Exclusive: Rangers step up bid to sign English midfielder at European club who are willing to sell

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(Credit: Imago) Tue 12 May 2026 12:36, UK Rangers are ready to step up their interest in Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Bobby Clark this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The 21-year-old star has spent the season on loan in the English Championship with Derby County, and his parent club are now ready to cash in on him ahead of next term. VISIT THE RANGERS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Bobby Clark versatility provided big impact for DerbyClark joined Salzburg from Liverpool in the summer of 2024, but returned to the UK for his loan spell at Derby this term, where he quickly became a key figure in their push for the play-offs.

His exploits for the Rams have seen him catch the eye of several clubs in the UK and beyond, with Rangers among those to have taken a strong fancy to Clark. Rangers to battle Derby for Clark’s servicesFootball Insider revealed on Monday that Derby are keen to sign Clark permanently this summer, and they are working hard to have him in their ranks again next term.

The Rams are understood to be aware that their chances of securing a fresh move for their loanee are likely to hinge on the valuation that Salzburg set, as they could easily be priced out of a deal as a result.Derby are hoping that a permanent swoop for Clark will not be out of reach for them in the coming months, but they are also accepting of the fact that the player may have his heart set on a bigger move. Rangers are firmly in the mix to sign him this summer, and will be hoping to take advantage of the fact that they have European football to offer to prospective signings.