GUARDIOLA APPROACH RANGERS FC WITH WILD SWAP DEAL THAT’D BE ONE OF THE BEST PIECES OF BUSINESS THIS JANUARY.

In one of the most unexpected transfer stories of the winter window, reports suggest that Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has reached out to Rangers FC with a proposal that could shake up both clubs’ January plans. While the idea of the Premier League champions doing direct business with the Glasgow giants is unusual on its own, the nature of the proposed deal is what has startled many around the game.

According to sources close to the negotiation, Guardiola is keen to explore a player-plus-cash agreement that would allow City to move on a fringe squad member while securing one of Rangers’ most consistently impressive performers this season. For Rangers, the offer represents a rare opportunity to bring in a Premier League-level talent without significant financial strain — a potential masterstroke if the talks gather real momentum.

Savinho begins to loom large over the discussions. The highly rated young winger, currently excelling on loan and viewed by City as one of the brightest prospects in their broader network, is believed to be the central figure in Guardiola’s pitch. Guardiola is reportedly willing to part with a temporary or structured arrangement involving Savinho to sweeten the deal, giving Rangers the chance to add an explosive wide option capable of transforming their attacking play.

For Rangers, bringing in a player of Savinho’s profile could be one of the best pieces of business they’ve conducted in years, especially during a notoriously tricky January window. While the move remains in its early stages, the mere possibility of such an ambitious swap has already energised the fanbase.

Should the deal advance, it would underline both clubs’ willingness to think creatively — and could end up defining the second half of the season for each side.