Abdallah Sima has proven to be an invaluable addition to the Rangers squad, netting his 13th goal of the season in a recent match against Dundee.
Despite the absence of a loan-to-buy agreement, Sima’s future with Rangers hinges on negotiations with his parent club. Expressing his keenness to make the move permanent, the towering 6ft 3inch forward shared his thoughts with Rangers TV, shedding light on his positive experience at Ibrox.
“To be honest, I am really happy to be in Glasgow right now and wearing this special shirt for me. It is a team that I really like. I said in my first interview it was a club I really like. They have everything for me to be happy. I am happy to be here and I hope we are going to find some things from here. I am happy to be here and to be helping the team now.”
While acknowledging Sima’s goal-scoring prowess, it’s worth noting areas for improvement, particularly in maintaining composure during possession. There is room for growth in creating opportunities for teammates by picking them out strategically, rather than relying on hopeful strikes towards a general area.
Looking at the financial aspect, successful player trading involves not only buying low and selling high but also making strategic high-value acquisitions. Brighton secured Sima for around £6 million two and a half years ago, and with just one year left on his current deal upon his return from the loan spell at Rangers, discussions about his future are in the pipeline.
Rangers seem eager to secure Sima’s services permanently. Despite the potential hefty investment, Sima’s demonstrated commitment and the club’s structured approach could make the move a risk-free investment with the prospect of a profitable return in the long run.
In the words of Sima, “I am happy to be here and to be helping the team now,” leaving Rangers fans hopeful for a successful negotiation that would see the talented forward donning the Rangers jersey for seasons to come.