Rangers complete deal for Brazilian left-back Jefte
Rangers have announced the signing of Brazilian full-back Jefte on a four-year deal.
The 20-year-old moves to Ibrox from Fluminense in his homeland following a loan stint with Cypriot champions APOEL.
Rangers manager Philippe Clement described the new arrival as an “exciting young defender”, saying: “He has already shown he is a player of great quality and potential.
“I am confident he can play a big part in our squad moving forward.”
Jefte, who scored three goals and provided four assists in 22 league outings for APOEL, said: “I am incredibly excited to join Rangers.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for me to take my career to the next level with such a historic and successful club.”
Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna, who has been linked with Brighton and Chelsea, will wait on former club Manchester United, where he previously worked as a coach, before deciding on his next move. (Times – subscription required)
Ipswich’s majority shareholder Ed Schwartz has flown to the UK from the United States in a bid to convince McKenna to stay at the club. (Sky Sports)
Manchester United will sack manager Erik ten Hag whatever the outcome of the club’s FA Cup final against Manchester City on Saturday. (Guardian)
Mauricio Pochettino would like to stay in the Premier League following his exit from Chelsea and is likely to be interested in the Manchester United job if they part ways with Ten Hag. (Standard)
Chelsea will interview Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca as they conduct their search for Pochettino’s successor. (Standard)
Maresca’s release clause in his Leicester contract is believed to be about £7.5m. (Talksport)
Chelsea have also not ruled out a move for former Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi, who left the Seagulls by mutual consent at the end of the season. (Telegraph – subscription required)
Chelsea will make a £60m bid for Crystal Palace’s French winger Michael Olise, 22, regardless of who the club’s next manager is
