Rangers have successfully reached a full agreement to re-sign defender Ross McCrorie from Bristol City for a transfer fee exceeding €1 million. The 28-year-old has been in discussions regarding his return to Ibrox for several days and is now poised to become the club's second signing of the summer transfer window, following Lawrence Shankland.

McCrorie's Background and Recent Performances

McCrorie, who can play as a right-back or in midfield, has made 41 appearances for Bristol City across all competitions last season. Despite his contributions, the club has opted to allow his departure, partly due to his contract expiring next summer. The Scotland international has two senior caps but was not selected for Steve Clarke's squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Return to Rangers and Future Prospects

Having spent nine years at Rangers before his transfer to Aberdeen for €225,000 in 2021, McCrorie is expected to step into the starting right-back position following the exit of captain James Tavernier. With Max Aarons returning to Bournemouth after a loan spell, McCrorie's arrival comes at a crucial time for the team under new manager Derek McInnes, who was appointed after Danny Rohl's departure. Reports indicate that McCrorie has agreed to a three-year deal at Ibrox, with the announcement of his signing anticipated soon.

McCrorie's previous tenure at Rangers saw him make 55 first-team appearances, primarily under former manager Steven Gerrard. Gerrard had previously emphasized the importance of McCrorie's development, indicating a desire for him to gain experience through loan spells rather than remain a squad player. Now, with his return to Rangers, McCrorie aims to make a significant impact in the upcoming season.