Following his red-hot form in Qatar, Scottish giants Rangers FC have been put on alert of Kenya international Michael Olunga in a deal that could cost the club €6m (Ksh780M).With their main striker Alfredo Morelos’ deal set to expire at the end of the season and with his future still in doubt, Rangers are exploring possible replacements should the Colombian leave.Shilwatso on target again as Fountain Gate Princess ascend to the summitAccording to a Scottish news outlet, Rangers Vital the Al Duahil forward could fill into the massive shoes of Morelos should he leave the club with Olunga available on a pre-contract.“In Michael Olunga, there is an international footballer who will soon be available on a pre-contract agreement. At 28 years old he has experienced playing in various countries and has scored goals wherever he has been – 61 goals in 78 games in Japan and 60 goals in 61 games in Qatar. In Sweden for Djurgardens he had a goal or an assist better than one very two games,” read part of Vital Rangers article.##NAJAVA_MECA_6890958##The deal however looks dead on arrival as the former Gor Mahia forward is unlikely to leave the well-moneyed Qatari league despite his contract also elapsing in the summer transfer window.Ranger Vital were also impressed with Olunga’s goal tally in national team colours with the availability of a free transfer once his contract ends in June also making him an attractive prospect.Kenyan petitions Ababu Namwamba to facilitate change of Harambee Stars name“His record for Kenya is decent too, 21 goals in 48 appearances suggests that he is a more than capable finisher given the strength of African football in recent years and, on a free transfer, he would be a low-risk addition to the squad.Standing at 6ft 4 inches tall, Olunga – who cost his current club €6m in January 2021 – would be more than able to handle himself physically too and offer an excellent set piece threat, something that has been badly missing of late,” continued the article.
