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Dan Neil Transfer

Started Last Movement

Rangers have signed Dan Neil on a three-year contract, subject to international clearance. West Ham had reportedly explored a move, while Southampton held advanced talks and Wolves were also interested, but Rangers completed the signing.

No-Guff Summary

  • Neil has signed for Rangers: The midfielder has agreed a three-year contract, subject to international clearance.
  • West Ham’s interest led nowhere: The Hammers were reported to be exploring a move, but no contact, talks or offer from them were described.
  • Rangers beat the other suitors: Southampton had advanced talks and Wolves were interested, but Neil chose Ibrox.
Development

Southampton advance in Dan Neil talks

Southampton are reportedly in advanced talks with Dan Neil and close to an agreement. West Ham Zone relays Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie's claim that the free-agent midfielder is high on Southampton's list.

West Ham and Wolves are also named as interested clubs. That puts two more rivals into the Story, but neither is described as having matched Southampton's talks.

West Ham were previously reported to be exploring a move. No contact, talks or offer from the Hammers are reported.

Sources

  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — West Ham Zone relays Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie's claim that Southampton are in advanced talks with Dan Neil and close to an agreement, while West Ham and Wolves remain interested.
  • The72 (opens in a new tab) — The72 reports that Southampton are in advanced talks with Dan Neil and close to an agreement, while West Ham and Wolves remain interested.
  • Glasgow World (opens in a new tab) — Glasgow World relays the report that Southampton are in advanced talks with Dan Neil, with West Ham, Wolves and Rangers also linked.
  • The 4th Official (opens in a new tab) — The 4th Official relays the report that Southampton are close to signing Dan Neil while West Ham remain among the interested clubs.