Rangers striker Kemar Roofe could be set for an Ibrox exit this summer with reports that a League One side are keen to sign the Ibrox star.
According to The Mirror, Derby County want Roofe to lead their attack as they aim to win promotion back to the Championship after relegation last season.
Despite struggling with a number of injuries last season, Roofe still managed to net 16 goals for Gio van Bronkchorst’s side as they lifted the Scottish Cup and reached the Europa League final.
The 29-year-old faces renewed competition for places at Ibrox this season with the arrival of Antonio Colak from PAOK, and that has alerted Derby ahead of the new campaign.
The Rams would be looking to take Roofe on loan for the season and, if the right offer is made, Rangers would be foolish not to consider an exit for the Jamaica international.
Roofe’s injury issues means it makes sense to look for Rangers to consider exit
There’s no doubt that Roofe has made a valuable contribution during his time at Ibrox but his consistent injury woes have made things difficult.
The Gers can’t afford to carry players who miss every other game and with Roofe earning on the higher end of the salary scale at Ibrox, a move away would suit everyone.
However, if Derby expects Rangers will subsidise most of Roofe’s wages then it should be a non-starter – even if he is crocked.
There’s no point in Rangers paying the bulk of his wages to play elsewhere so if Derby want their man then their new owner will have to cough up.
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