‘Upset’ – BBC pundit: Transfer blow on cards for Clement as ‘Vital’ news emerges from Rangers

Jim Duffy believes that James Bisgrove leaving Rangers could have an impact on Philippe Clement and the transfers this summer.

In his view, Bisgrove would’ve been working on new recruits and specifically players the Belgian wanted this summer for his rebuild.

However, his leaving the club before the window even started could mess up the recruitment in the coming weeks.

Duffy, a BBC pundit, told Clyde One Superscoreboard on 30 May at 11:24: “It could have a bigger impact than what some fans might expect.

“But that’s the nature of all aspects of Scottish football clubs, whether it’s players, managers or chief executives. If someone else with more money or bigger resources thinks ‘Wait a minute. He’s a young, dynamic leader, they’ll be headhunted. And that’s exactly what’s happened with James Bisgrove.

“I do think it’s a hard act to follow in the short term. All of the work he’s done, has been done over the last six months, maybe even longer, the last eight or nine months.

“Philippe Clement targeted the players he wanted, he would’ve been instrumental in a lot of that. That could upset the rhythm of recruitment which is a vital summer for Rangers.”

Rangers summer may still be on track despite James Bisgrove departure

Bisgrove’s departure from the club could indeed have a significant impact on the club’s summer transfer activities.

As a key figure in the club’s hierarchy, he was likely involved in the planning and execution of the summer recruitment strategy, particularly in light of Clement’s plans for rebuilding the team.

However, it is also plausible that Rangers were aware of Bisgrove’s potential departure and had contingency plans in place.

Given the nature of football and the constant movement of personnel, it would be prudent for a club to prepare for such eventualities.

This could mean that someone else within the club has been earmarked to spearhead the summer recruitment process, ensuring continuity and minimal disruption.

Regardless of the club’s preparedness, Bisgrove’s departure is undoubtedly a significant loss for Gers.

His tenure saw a significant increase in the club’s commercial revenues and he was instrumental in the off-field restructuring of the club.

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