Frankie

Ask contacts as he seems to think McKay is trying to force a transfer through...

Rumours are they will make a bid of around �£3million...

I'd laugh if it wasn't so likely to happen...

Well he could actually but I doubt we'd let that happen...

He wouldn't play against us...

Not sure mate - had heard about this but thanks for posting it anyway. That would be a good move for him as Roy McBain is a half-decent player as well so would provide good competition.

Crazy rule... Best for him to go on loan I think. He needs regular competitive football so hopefully another team fancy him.

http://www.rangers.premiumtv.co.uk/page/Squad/Profiles/0,,5~39320,00.html RANGERS reached agreement with Valencia to sign 19 year old attacking midfielder Aaron Niguez Esclapez on a two year loan deal on August 14, with an option to purchase.

FM09 isn't real life?

2 years with an option to buy him for around �£2million during that period...

Previous price tags are worthless when it is a buyers market and our club have made our problems clear...

He can play anywhere in the offensive positions and is right footed.

Here's the interview that outlines the position on Aaron. http://www.eveningtimes.co.uk/sport/display.var.2483397.0.we_must_have_plenty_in_reserve_if_gers_future_prospects_are_now_to_be_relished.php

There was a decent interview from Tommy Wilson the other week about the Aaron situation. He sees him more as a player for next season as he thinks the lad is behind Fleck and Naismith in his development.

I think we'll find a �£3million bid for McGregor. Teams can play hard ball with us given (sorry) we've made our financial position publicly clear to all and sundry.

Might have been mate but I doubt it...

Posted by D'Artagnan on RM... I've always had a sense of wonderment at Burns Suppers. An evening devoted to Scotland's most famous son, has within it's itinerary and protocol, a toast to our Monarch, referred to as the 'Loyal Toast.' It is every bit a part of a traditional Burns supper as the Selkirk Grace or haggis. In this most Scottish of social ceremonies, paying tribute to one of Scotland's most famous sons, is a moments pause, of reflection, of honour to our Monarch. For me it serves to underline the importance of the Monarchy to many Scots. But the expression of such loyalty in poem or song is not exclusive to Burns.The song.. Lads among the heather has a wonderful line.. 'When the Queen needs her soldiers she knows where to come' I have little doubt that for many the act of toasting our monarch does not sit comfortably....it must rile those same people that such a loyalty to the crown is associated with our country. These words, like the Loyal Toast, captures the loyal heart which beats under many a Scotsman's heart. Perhaps the political debates which of recent years have tended to overshadow this fact. In a Scotland where more than often we often find ourselves fighting a rearguard action to defend our British identity, perhaps a casualty of that action is that we have, from time to time, lost sight of the importance of our Scottish identity. For without the assertion of our Scottishness - we cannot claim the right to be British. This Saturday's Scotland Day at Ibrox is an opportunity which should not be missed. Its an opportunity to re-assert our a Scottish identity which has been overlooked in recent years. Its time for 'The True Loyal Natives' to let their voices be heard. Rangers FC - Scottish, British and proud. Wha's like us ?

I doubt it mate as I doubt any of them will actually leave... Adam may secure a loan deal but only if we're lucky.

Actually looking forward to this...

Window shuts on Monday at 5pm mate... No gossip but I do expect us to sell at least one player before then.

Excellent post cal... Celtic actually seem to be going down the same route as us - ie buying up ordinary players from other SPL teams.

There's no doubt the constant negativity from all parts of the club is affecting performance on and off the field. Going through 3-4 years of no SPL title means the pressure is getting to everyone - especially when we see the debt rising. As such, negative thoughts are inevitable. We just need to channel this negativity better than we are doing. Use the problems to improve instead of taking cheap shots at each other. Again, a true leader would be seen to do this. We don't seem to have anyone capable of doing that. <<< More Negativity

After Big_Spliffââ?¬â?¢s fantastic article yesterday, I felt it was important to write this report while his general point of improving the match-day experience was still fresh in peopleââ?¬â?¢s minds. http://www.gersnetonline.co.uk/newsite/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=735&Itemid=2 I doubt any Rangers fan would disagree with me in saying that in recent years the overall experience of attending a home match has steadily worsened. Not just from an atmospheric point of view but the overall quality of the service. Poor quality catering, aggressive stewarding/policing, lack of atmosphere, aging stadium, poor facilities outwith the stadium, awful shop, lack of security in the locus, terrible sound system, broken jumbotrons ââ?¬â?? we could be here all day, so Iââ?¬â?¢ll stop there. OK, criticisms made; how can we improve; how can we set the standard? Letââ?¬â?¢s start at the beginning and go through a typical match-day. Personally, like thousands of other fans, I go to most games along with a few mates. We live well outside of Glasgow so we leave early to ensure we miss any traffic problems and get through early enough to enjoy the afternoon. We have a few hours to spare and money to spend so whatââ?¬â?¢s on offer once we arrive? An official Rangers restaurant/cafÃ?© selling reasonably priced food ââ?¬â?? no. An official Rangers pub selling quality beer with organised entertainment ââ?¬â?? no. A museum where we can take our children, learn more about the club and educate away/foreign supporters ââ?¬â?? no. A few spacious shops with a range of different products relevant to the club ââ?¬â?? no. Entertainment and comfortable facilities inside the ground to get fans in early and build up the atmosphere ââ?¬â?? no. What do we have at our disposal then? A couple of burger/pizza bars and vans with no association to the club. A few local pubs ââ?¬â?? full to capacity - with only one or two accepting children. No museum to find out more about the club. One medium-sized, over-full shop with no space and a minimal effort at providing merchandise. A dirty, aging stadium with over-priced tepid food and minimal effort to entice you in early. Is it any wonder we have thousands of people milling around the place looking lost and bored? Welcome to Ibrox indeed! Now, I do think it would be unfair to suggest the club donââ?¬â?¢t recognise some of these issues. Recent improvements have been made: the stadium has been cleaned and painted in parts; Bar72 seems to be popular (if unaffordable for most bears); reports have been made into further extensions; corporate hospitality is adequate; and the club have tried to mimic singing section displays on the odd occasion. Unfortunately, this is as far as the budget seems to reach. But finance alone surely isnââ?¬â?¢t the only problem here? After all the stadium catering is already outsourced for what I assume is an acceptable fee. Why not do the same with other services? Iââ?¬â?¢d be surprised if certain pub/restaurant chains wouldnââ?¬â?¢t be interested in a development outside Ibrox. Argyle House already seems to do good business so imagine a larger version of that open most days which incorporates a museum. Iââ?¬â?¢m told the Hampden football museum cost less than Ã?£2million to build and recouped the money within 18months. For a wee bit more, surely we can put together the kind of finance to offer something similar and better? I also know the current administration views the stadium (e.g. the blue room//trophy room/changing rooms etc) as a museum in itself. Of course a tour should be part of any package but surely it can be based in a stand-alone building to maximise revenue? Attach a good value restaurant/pub then we have a museum that caters for all and would be an excellent daily tourist attraction ââ?¬â?? never mind a suitable supporter hub on match-days. The refurbished ââ?¬Ë?Wee Rangers Clubââ?¬â?¢ has shown what can be done on an affordable budget. Rangers should be able to do even better. The stadium corporate hospitality generally seems well thought of but a lower-price, more accessible alterative is undoubtedly required. To coin a phrase:ââ?¬â?¢ build it and they will comeââ?¬â?¢. Moving onto inside the stadium, again communication with the fans should be paramount. We pay upwards of Ã?£400 a season; Ã?£23+ a game for our tickets so surely our opinion counts? Yet, when are we ever asked to contribute - other than surveys to see if weââ?¬â?¢d pay double the price for a leather seat with small screen to bet? Martin Bain is often at pains to describe us as customers; so more chance to offer feedback would be nice. Related to this point is the one of security. All too often now overzealous stewards and police appear desperate to confront fans for the smallest of things. Harmless banners, gesturing to opposition supporters, swearing or singing the latest non-politically correct chant amongst other stuff. Fair enough, football isnââ?¬â?¢t just about tribalism and stressed working class men but neither should it be sanitised to the point where people are being driven away. There is a fine line so why not ensure it isnââ?¬â?¢t crossed via dialogue, regular meetings and assisting the general public with information on the alleged crimes they are supposedly committing? Not to mention actually ensuring our property is safe while we do watch the game. Just how far is Helen Street police station from Ibrox again? First point of contact in this situation should be the singing sections and fan groups. From the Blue Order to the Club Deck Loyal to the Union Bears and the East Enclosure sections; there are a range of fans ready and willing to work with the club security (and each other) to find common ground. Yet, we have them dotted around the stadium minimising the effect they have. Surely, one large singing section would be more agreeable. Obviously it might not be easy to find a suitable location given many fans wouldnââ?¬â?¢t want to move but it could be investigated surely? As should a standing section ala teams in the German league. Make the singing section a focal point ââ?¬â?? not a dot at the back of a stand suggesting they are an inconvenience or an embarrassment. All the above isnââ?¬â?¢t rocket science. It is just a general outline of where improvement could readily be found on an affordable, exciting level. Iââ?¬â?¢m sure we all have our own ideas which could be put forward. I also appreciate some of the difficulties within these suggestions ââ?¬â?? cash flow; space; staffing; time etc etc. However, these obstacles are far from insurmountable and we should challenge ourselves to face these challenges and improve. Rangers FC led the way in stadium development last century and Ibrox Stadium is still a place we can be proud of. But itââ?¬â?¢s not perfect and, coupled with the overall drab experience, the club are testing the patience and loyalty of fans by offering a product that, with every passing season, seems poor value for money. As we enter a worldwide two year recession, attempting to retain over 40,000 season ticket holders will take more than a lukewarm burger, a wet seat and a policeman desperate to arrest you for the temerity to back your team. In conclusion, the club should commission and facilitate a review of the match-day experience based on research and best practice elsewhere in the UK and beyond. Of course, supporters groups could lead this and, as weââ?¬â?¢re doing via this project, provide initial feedback to the club, leading to prioritisation and feasibility studies etc. The standard must be set. Improvement must be sought. Itââ?¬â?¢s time to welcome the supporters back to their home.

Exactly... Surely they weren't confident of a sell-out at these prices?

How can Motherwell get �£400K for an average striker but we have to pay them to take Chris Burke?