The summer transfer window is a fast approaching, and Rangers transfer rumours are already well underway following the confirmed takeover of the club from the Andrew Cavanagh-led consortium involving 49ers Enterprises.
While the appointment of a new manager will surely take precedent first, Rangers fans are already hopeful the new owners can dig deep in order to revamp a squad that finished a full 17 points adrift of Celtic in the Scottish Premiership title race.
The departures of Ianis Hagi, Tom Lawrence and Leon Balogun have already been confirmed this summer, with the trio’s contract at Ibrox coming to an end, while several names are already linked as potential incomings at Ibrox over the next few months.
But what would Rangers starting XI come the first game of the season, scheduled for August 2, if the recent transfer rumours were true?
Here, The Scotsman look at how Rangers dream starting XI could look if the rumours are accurate and true - though, that can never be guaranteed, as we know!
5. LB: Jefte/Ridvan Yilmaz
The duo shared the left-back responsibility last season, but have both been linked with potential departures over the last six months. Rangers could look for further defensive reinforcements but - as of yet - there have been no links to any full-backs. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. CM: Nicolas Raskin
Is expected to court interest this summer after an impressive campaign at Ibrox. The Belgian international has reported interest from both Aston Villa and Leeds United, but is contracted to Rangers until 2027, leaving the club in a fairly strong position should offers come in over the new few weeks. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. CM: Mohamed Diomande
The Ivorian has grown in stature over the last 12 months, and is viewed as a big player for the club in the future. Will have competition from the likes of Lyall Cameron next season, following his pre-contract arrival from Dundee, but is expected to play a big role for the club over the new couple of years. | Andrew Milligan Photo: Andrew Milligan
8. CM: Metinho
The Congolese midfielder has been dubbed 'the new Paul Pogba' previously, having shone on loan at Sparta Rotterdam. Currently contracted to Troyes in Ligue 2, a recent report said the new Rangers board had the £4million rated Brazilian at the 'top of the list of targets' this summer. Still just 22-years-old, he has his best years ahead of him. | ANP/AFP via Getty Images