Philippe Clement confirms imminent £6m Auchenhowie boost with Rangers in need of hero

Rangers manager Philippe Clement has recently announced a potential boost for the team as striker Danilo prepares to return to training.

The Brazilian forward, who was signed for a hefty £6 million from Feyenoord last summer, has faced a string of unfortunate injuries that have significantly limited his playing time.

Since joining the club, Danilo has struggled with three major injuries, making it challenging for him to make a meaningful impact on the pitch.

His troubles began with a facial fracture sustained during a match against St Johnstone, marking a rough introduction to Scottish football.

After that, a serious knee injury in December kept the former Ajax player sidelined until the start of the current season.

Just as he began to regain his form—highlighted by a goal in a dominant 6-0 victory over Ross County—another knee injury forced him out of action once again.

This latest setback was serious enough to prevent him from being included in Rangers’ Europa League squad, further complicating his situation.

Clement is optimistic about Danilo’s return to first-team training when the international break concludes. Alongside Ridvan Yilmaz, who has also been absent since the Champions League defeat to Dynamo Kyiv, Danilo is expected back at the Auchenhowie training facility within the next couple of weeks.

Despite having made only two appearances this season before his recent injury, the anticipation surrounding his return is palpable.

With Rangers facing challenges in their attacking lineup, the team is eager for a reliable goal-scorer to reinvigorate their offensive capabilities.

Rangers’ striking options have come under scrutiny this season. While Cyriel Dessers started strongly with seven goals, he has since gone four matches without finding the net, leading to his exclusion from the Nigerian national team. Meanwhile, promising young striker Hamza Igamane has yet to score since joining the club. The team’s inconsistency in converting chances has raised concerns, making Danilo’s return all the more critical. With a substantial transfer fee invested in him, expectations are high for the striker to hit the ground running upon his comeback.

Fans are hopeful that the October international break will mark the end of Danilo’s injury struggles. The need for a strong performance from the £6 million striker is urgent, as Rangers look to enhance their scoring ability and aim for success this season. As Danilo prepares to rejoin his teammates, supporters are eager to see if he can prove his worth and contribute significantly to the team’s goals.