Super Eagles forward, Cyriel Dessers, is on the verge of sealing a summer move from Rangers to Greek side, AEK Athens after a goal-filled two-year stint in Scotland.
As reported by Daily Record, the Super Eagles striker has agreed to personal terms with the Greek club, with a weekly wage of £30,000 already settled.
The only hurdle remaining is the final agreement on the transfer fee between both clubs.
Dessers, who joined Rangers two seasons ago, has had a significant impact at Ibrox, netting 51 goals and registering 13 assists across all competitions.
He finished last season as the top scorer in the Scottish Premiership with 18 goals and six assists.
Despite these strong numbers, Dessers has divided opinion among the Rangers faithful. Some supporters have questioned his consistency and wastefulness in front of goal, yet many acknowledge his resilience and overall contribution.
While some fans have criticised Dessers for missed chances and inconsistency, his resilience and goal output have been undeniable, making him a key player for Rangers.
His recent performances for Nigeria have also drawn attention. Dessers played a vital role in the Super Eagles’ Unity Cup triumph, scoring against Ghana and assisting against Jamaica, prompting calls for more regular appearances on the international stage.
His goal against Ghana and assist against Jamaica helped Nigeria’s Super Eagles clinch the Unity Cup title recently, further strengthening calls for his more international opportunities with the Super Eagles.
AEK Athens, former Greek Super League champions, have identified Dessers as a priority signing this summer. The club is reportedly ready to offer an annual package of €1.8 million (around £30,000 per week), showing their intent to bring the Nigerian forward to Athens.
AEK Athens have identified Dessers as their top target this summer, prepared to offer him a lucrative contract reportedly worth around €1.8 million annually (approximately £30,000 per week).
Rangers are said to be holding out for a transfer fee in the region of £5 million, as the Scottish side plans a rebuild of their forward line ahead of the upcoming season.
The Greek club, former Super League champions, are keen to finalise the transfer and are expected to negotiate a fee with Rangers, who have set an asking price of around £5 million.
Dessers himself is believed to be open to the switch, as he looks to embrace a new challenge after a productive chapter in Scotland.
Dessers is reportedly interested in a move to Athens.
If the deal is finalised, it would mark the end of a memorable period for Dessers at Rangers, during which he left an undeniable mark on the club’s recent campaigns.
Dessers’ potential switch to AEK Athens would mean the end of a memorable stint in Scotland, where, despite divided opinions among fans, his goal-scoring exploits and contributions to both club and country have been impressive.
The move would also signal Rangers’ intention to reshuffle their attacking options as preparations begin for the new season.
The transfer also signals Rangers’ intent to reinvest in fresh attacking talent as they prepare for the next season.
