Rangers’ newly appointed technical director, Nils Koppen, wasted no time stepping into his role, attending Scotland Under-19s’ match against France just hours after starting his tenure. According to The Scottish Sun (21 November), Koppen was among several representatives scouting Motherwell’s 18-year-old rising star Lennon Miller during the 0-0 draw on Tuesday (19 November).
Koppen joined scouts from other top clubs, including Celtic, Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Aston Villa, to assess Miller’s performance. The young midfielder has been praised for his stellar season, with Rangers keeper Liam Kelly describing him as “brilliant” in a recent interview with The National.
This early activity by Koppen signals Rangers’ intent to prioritize young talent as part of their strategy to rebuild following a period of mixed results on and off the pitch. The club has faced criticism over decision-making in recent years, but moves such as signing 22-year-old Connor Barron from Aberdeen—who has impressed since his arrival—have been widely welcomed by fans.
With Miller emerging as one of Scotland’s brightest prospects, Rangers’ interest reflects their commitment to securing homegrown talent. The potential acquisition of Miller would align with supporters’ calls for developing local players who could contribute to long-term success at Ibrox.