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Rangers have signed 20-year-old Serbian midfielder Vanja Dragojevic from Partizan Belgrade on an initial four-year deal, with a 12-month extension option, for a fee exceeding £4 million. He becomes the club's seventh summer signing under new manager Derek McInnes, who is rebuilding the squad ahead of the Scottish Premiership season. Dragojevic, a former Partizan captain and two-time Serbia international, is rated as one of the best defensive midfielders in the Serbian league. He joins fellow midfielders Cammy Devlin and Dan Neil among the new arrivals, alongside Lawrence Shankland, Ross McCrorie, Ben Godfrey, and Ivor Pandur. Rangers had also been in talks for Tromso's Jens Hjertø-Dahl but prioritized Dragojevic. The player expressed pride in joining a club with a winning mentality, while McInnes praised his leadership qualities and potential.
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Image: Vanja Dragojevic is Rangers' seventh summer signing
Rangers have signed midfielder Vanja Dragojevic on an initial four-year deal.
The 20-year-old becomes the Ibrox club's seventh summer signing as new manager Derek McInnes rebuilds his squad ahead of the new season.
There is a 12-month option to extend the player's deal, as Dragojevic arrives from Partizan Belgrade for a fee in excess of £4m.
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He was club captain at the Serbian side and was rated as one of the best defensive midfielders in the league, plus has two caps for his national team.
Alongside Cammy Devlin and Dan Neil, he is the third midfielder to join the club, in addition to other summer signings Lawrence Shankland, Ross McCrorie, Ben Godfrey and Ivor Pandur.
Image: Dan Neil is among the other midfielders to join Rangers this summer
Rangers had been in talks over a move for Tromso's Jens Hjertø-Dahl too, but have prioritised the move for Dragojevic.
What the Player Said
"It feels amazing, and I'm really happy and proud to be part of such a big club like Rangers.
"It's a big opportunity and I can't wait to get started.
"I first heard [the interest] three months ago, and when I heard it I already knew it was very interesting to me because I think the winning mentality that Rangers have is compatible with my mentality."
Manager's Reaction
Image: Derek McInnes is hopeful of more signings ahead of the club's Premiership opener at Dundee Utd next Friday
McInnes added: "We are really excited to bring Vanja on board.
"He's got huge potential, really exciting attributes, and boasts the character to play in this environment. To captain a club the size of FK Partizan at such a young age tells you everything you need to know about the respect he commands and the leadership qualities he already possesses.
"I believe he will add a lot to our group, and I look forward to working with him in the years ahead."
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Rangers confirm Vanja Dragojevic signing as seventh summer arrival