ian1964 10,721 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Peterborough United ââ?¬â?? Craig Mackail-Smith could be on his way to Glasgow Rangers this summer Peterborough United's in-form striker Craig Mackail-Smith is a summer transfer target for Rangers according to a source close to the player. The 27-year-old front man sits proudly at the top of the League One goal scoring charts this season, with 25 goals in 41 league appearances for the Posh. His impressive performances have attracted the attention of a number of potential suitors with Gers boss Walter Smith reportedly dispatching scouts to run the rule over Mackail-Smith in recent weeks. Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson is almost resigned to losing his star striker in the summer, particularly if his side fail in their quest for promotion back to the Championship. A move to Ibrox would likely be an appealing option for the newly-capped Scotland international, who could develop further under the stewardship of Blues legend Ally McCoist, who is set to take over the reigns at Rangers this summer. Mackail-Smith has also caught the eye of a number of clubs in England, with the Daily Mail reporting that Norwich City came in with a firm offer of Ã?£2.5million to secure his services at the end of the season, only for Peterborough to knock back advances. Having plied his trade at non-league sides St Albans and Arlesey Town, the hitman got his break when he joined then-Conference side Dagenham and Redbridge. After three prolific seasons at Victoria Road he was snapped up by Peterborough, where he played a major role in taking the club from League Two to the Championship. His career looked set to continue on an upward spiral despite the club's immediate relegation last season, and now his fine form could land him a move to Glasgow Rangers which would put him firmly in the frame for more regular international action with Scotland. Mackail-Smith was recently rewarded for his impressive performances when he was named League One Player of the Year, and was also included in the PFA Team of the Year. It's almost certain that he will leave Posh at the end of the season, with Rangers seeming the most likely destination for Mackail-Smith to continue showcasing his talent. http://www.givemefootball.com/scottish-premier-league/rangers-in-shock-united-link-to-fergusons-star-str 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,562 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 I'd fancy we're only hearing of this because he just played for Scotland the other week. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,721 Posted April 18, 2011 Author Share Posted April 18, 2011 I'd fancy we're only hearing of this because he just played for Scotland the other week. Agreed,but if it is true the BHEASTS will go after him 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dutchy Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 But then again, maybe he's not inclined to join a team of whining, greeting faced, everybody's out to get us team. So septic will have no chance of getting him. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BRIANMC1 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Celtic already been linked. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Berliner 3,744 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Does Celtic buy Scottish these days? Their line-up these days equals that of Arsenal and Chelsea in terms of home country players. Not to mention that their squad is twice if not thrice as large as ours. Well, we have to wait and see. Anyone knows whether he's out of contract in the summer? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tumshie RFC 0 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Can't imagine we would have the money to pay for him unless the takeover goes through 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig 5,199 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Talk about sensationalist headline..... 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilledbear 16 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Talk about sensationalist headline..... Certainly makes you look. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 Why would WS send scouts down if we want to sign him for next season? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.