It’s been a slow start to the transfer window for Rangers manager Philippe Clement, however, the influence of Nils Koppen is gradually starting to take effect.
The first signing of the window was a blockbuster one in £35m rated Fabio Silva but, despite the early arrival, the Gers boss has cut a frustrated figure at not being able to add any other players to his squad.
With Mohamed Diomande said to be next to arrive, Rangers fans are getting a glimpse into the type of player that Nils Koppen could be bringing to Ibrox during his tenure.
Rangers starting to show early signs of Nils Koppen influence
If nothing goes wrong with the deal to bring the Ivorian to Glasgow, it will be an impressive first couple of signings.
Not only that, but it looks as though he has found the perfect club in Utrecht to send Sam Lammers to in an attempt to resurrect his career and regain some of the £3m paid to Atalanta for his services.
A solid debut has been followed up with an assist against PSV Eindhoven which has brought to an end their 17-game winning run.
Where Nils Koppen will really earn his money is at the sharp end though, Rangers are desperate for more quality in the final third.
Rabbi Matondo and Cyriel Dessers both conspired to keep Dumbarton in the Scottish Cup tie at the weekend with poor performances in front of goal and Abdallah Sima is also now set for a period on the sidelines too.
A new winger and striker are a must if we to challenge on all fronts and, more importantly, sustain a title challenge.
The profiles of Silva and Diomande couldn’t be more different and yet there are similarities in terms of age and potential.
Two more of this sort of quality and Rangers won’t be far away, and Nils Koppen will have endeared himself to the fans already.
As we saw with Ross Wilson though, the ultimate judgement is silverware – how much and how often.
