Rangers were linked with a move for Tromso midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl in the January transfer window.
However, they opted against signing the Norwegian and instead spent big money on bringing Tochi Chukwuani to Ibrox.
That decision has paid off as the 23-year-old has been a reliable first-team player for Danny Rohl, hitting the ground running in Scotland.
Stig Inge Bjornebye decision could see Jens Hjerto-Dahl emerge as a priority
Rangers have decided to retain Stig Inge Bjornebye’s services until beyond the summer transfer window.
Initially joining on a six-month contract in December as a football consultant and advisor, the 56-year-old has impressed the owners to merit an extended stay at the club.
The former Liverpool defender has advised the Gers in the transfer market, and the Scandinavian region is understood to be his area of expertise.
His staying put in Glasgow could mean that the club are looking to explore players based out of Norway and Denmark in the summer transfer window.
This could see Hjerto-Dahl once again pop up on the radar, given his links in the January transfer window.
Bjornebye has good connections in the region and could facilitate a transfer for the 20-year-old if all parties are interested.
What Hjerto-Dahl can offer to Rangers
Hjerto-Dahl has a rare combination of being physically imposing as well as technically sound – something that could benefit the Ibrox outfit.
Standing at 6ft 4in tall, he undoubtedly offers an aerial threat as well and could run the show in the middle of the park.
His ball retention is also exemplary and, much like Chukwuani, has an engine on him that allows him to play in a box-to-box role as well as a holding midfielder.
The 20-year-old, who has won the Eliteserien Young Player of the Month award thrice, most recently in November, offers a long-term option as well as someone who could immediately strengthen the first team.
Given his career trajectory, he appears destined for a big club in the foreseeable future and Rangers must look to capitalise on his availability before another side comes in.
It remains to be seen how much Tromso will demand for his services.
