Last updated: 15 August 2026. Every transfer below was checked against the sources listed at the end of this article on that date.
Rangers' move for a South African defender is now confirmed, not just close.
The Confirmed Deal
Rangers confirmed the signing of South African defender Olwethu Makhanya from Philadelphia Union (MLS) for a reported ยฃ3m, subject to international clearance, on an initial four-year contract with a club option for a further year. He became the club's eighth signing of the summer transfer window.
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Key Takeaways
- Olwethu Makhanya's ยฃ3m move to Rangers from Philadelphia Union is confirmed.
- He's Rangers' eighth signing of the summer transfer window.
FAQ
Q: Has Olwethu Makhanya signed for Rangers?
Yes, confirmed on a four-year deal subject to international clearance.
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Sources
- Washington Post โ Rangers signs South Africa defender Makhanya from MLS to challenge title-holding Celtic
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