According to Wilson, who wrote in the print edition (1 August, page 63), Kamara’s departure from Ibrox is no more a question of if but of when and where, with Rangers looking to raise roughly £5 million for his signing.
The Whites’ interest in the Finland international was noted after internal talks at Elland Road, according to Yorkshire Evening Post journalist Graham Smyth, and remaining at Rangers beyond the transfer deadline would not be in Kamara’s or the clubs’ interests, according to Mail journalist Wilson.
“The countdown to Glen Kamara’s departure from the Rangers is well and truly on,” he wrote.
“His departure is no longer an if.” It’s more a matter of when to go where and for how much. All of those questions will undoubtedly be addressed this month.
“Remaining at Ibrox past the transfer deadline would not be in Kamara’s or the clubs’ best interests.”
“Rangers expect to make around £5 million from his sale.” Leeds United has been mentioned. Clubs in France and Turkey have done the same.”
Move to the front of the line.
With Daniel Farke anxious for midfield reinforcements this summer and Kamara’s availability, this prospective deal makes sense for all parties involved.
Leeds United ensure they are at the front of the queue for his signature, that much is clear.
Leeds United fans should not see Kamara’s situation at Rangers as a marker for him not being good enough to lead the midfield engine room at Elland Road because the Finnish international could represent a marquee acquisition if Farke gets this done.
With an all-action play style that combines a bit of quality with defensive grit, this veteran stalwart has all the ingredients to become the disruptive and influential defensive midfield presence the club has been looking for since Kalvin Phillips.
Kamara would provide high-level experience, having played for Finland and Rangers in the Champions League, which might be crucial in their fight for promotion.
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