Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos wanted by French duo Rennes and Bordeaux, according to reports


ALFREDO MORELOS is reportedly being targeted by French duo Rennes and Bordeaux. The Rangers striker is in Steven Gerrard’s bad books after being sent off in yesterday’s controversial league opener at Aberdeen. Alfredo Morelos has been linked with a move to FranceWillie Vass Morelos was given an early bath after he was caught kicking out at Scott McKenna. Ex-Gers star Billy Dodds yesterday claimed the dismissal could end up costing the fiery Colombian his Ibrox career. DOUBLE DEAL Rangers closing in on Osijek’s Borna Barisic and Bournemouth’s Jack Simpson He said: “That could be the end of Morelos at Rangers. “I’m not saying it will be, but he’s not been consistent, he’s moody and then he goes and does that on the first day of the season.” Morelos was shown a straight after just 12 minutes in yesterday’s 1-1 draw at PittodriePA:Press Association And now reports in France claim Rennes and Bordeaux are lining up moves to land the former HJK hitman this month. While defensive targets Borna Barisic and Jack Simpson are expected to sign in the coming days, boss Gerrard is still looking to bolster his attacking options. RELATED STORIES DOUBLE DEAL Rangers closing in on Osijek’s Borna Barisic and Bournemouth’s Jack Simpson REF OFF Steven Gerrard sensationally claims referees have had it in for Gers for YEARS JACK WORRY Ryan Jack treated in hospital for head knock after clash with Stevie May EURO NIGHTS Rangers handed huge boost in quest of reaching Europa League group phase DOC TALK Burton Albion enter race for frozen-out Gers midfielder Greg Docherty KID KELLY McCoist wanted to make Sam Kelly an Ibrox star until cash chaos thwarted deal Hearts striker Kyle Lafferty is top of his list, although Gers have already had a £200,000 bid thrown out. Northern Ireland international Lafferty would be brought in to provide competition for Morelos. But were the 22-year-old to leave Ibrox, it’s almost certain Gerrard would move to bring in a direct replacement. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news, transfers and goals from Scottish football plus fixtures, results and live match commentary

Source: Scottish Sun, News

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