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‘Serious money’ – Journo wowed by ‘Excellent’ new signing Rangers could soon make profit on

Olwethu Makhanya has been a revelation at Rangers this season. The Gers signed the centre-back for around £3million from Philadelphia Union in the summer transf

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 5:10 PM
‘Serious money’ – Journo wowed by ‘Excellent’ new signing Rangers could soon make profit on
Key Things to Know
  • Journalist Mark Atkinson stated that Olwethu Makhanya's strong Rangers performances could earn the club serious money.
  • Rangers signed the 22-year-old South African center-back from Philadelphia Union on a permanent deal for around £3 million.
  • Makhanya has established an impressive defensive partnership with center-back Emmanuel Fernandez under manager Derek McInnes.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rangers center-back Olwethu Makhanya could soon earn the club significant profit following an impressive start to his career in Scotland, according to comments highlighted by Ibrox News. Scotsman sports editor Mark Atkinson praised the 22-year-old on the Scottish Football Podcast, noting that the defender could make the Gers serious money if his strong form continues after arriving from Philadelphia Union for around £3 million.

Aheed Abrar writes that Makhanya has formed an effective defensive partnership with Emmanuel Fernandez under manager Derek McInnes alongside Dujon Sterling and James Penrice. The report argues that Rangers may need to sign central defensive depth in January, given that Ben Godfrey is the main trusted backup while John Souttar remains out of the squad's plans.

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