Rangers Sign Youssef Chermiti from Everton

Rangers Football Club has officially announced the signing of 21-year-old striker Youssef Chermiti from Everton for an initial fee of £8 million, which could rise to £10 million with performance-related add-ons. The transfer, finalized on transfer deadline day, marks a significant investment for Rangers, making it their largest signing in 25 years, surpassing the previous record set by Tore Andre Flo in 2000.

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Chermiti, a youth international for Portugal, joined Everton in 2023 from Sporting CP for approximately £11 million. However, his time at Everton was marred by injuries and limited playing opportunities, resulting in no goals across 24 appearances. He primarily played as a substitute, struggling to secure a starting position under manager David Moyes.

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Upon joining Rangers, Chermiti expressed his excitement, stating, “I am really happy to be here... I can’t wait to meet everyone and get involved.” Head coach Russell Martin emphasized the club's belief in Chermiti's potential, noting, “He’s a young striker with huge potential... we believe this is the right environment for him to continue his development.” Sporting Director Kevin Thelwell, who previously brought Chermiti to Everton, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the player's character and professionalism.

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Despite the optimism surrounding Chermiti's arrival, some critics have raised concerns about the financial commitment given his lack of scoring at Everton. The decision to invest heavily in a player who has not found the net in over two years has been described as a gamble. Observers question whether this move will yield the desired results for Rangers, especially considering the pressure on Martin to improve the team's performance following a disappointing start to the season.

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Chermiti's signing comes at a crucial time for Rangers, who have struggled in the Scottish Premiership and recently exited the Champions League. The club is undergoing a significant overhaul, with multiple player departures, including Cyriel Dessers, who is set to join Panathinaikos. Chermiti is expected to bolster the attacking options, providing competition alongside new signing Bojan Miovski.

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While the transfer fee is widely reported as £8 million with potential add-ons, some sources suggest the total could reach £10 million. Additionally, there are varying accounts regarding the exact nature of the sell-on clause included in the contract, with no specific percentage disclosed.

CONFIRMED: Everton sell Youssef Chermiti to Rangers

• “Upon signing for Rangers, Chermiti said: “I am really happy to be here, when I spoke with Kevin and Russell, I knew straight away that I wanted to join the club.” — Youssef Chermiti, Striker

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• “At just 21, he already has valuable experience at a high level, and we believe this is the right environment for him to continue his development.” — Russell Martin, Head Coach

Rangers Sign Youssef Chermiti From Everton

Chermiti's move to Rangers represents a fresh start for the young forward, who will be looking to make an impact in the Scottish Premiership and fulfill the potential that initially attracted Everton to him.

Youssef Chermiti due in Glasgow as Rangers transfer set to be among records