Rangers Defender Signs New Ibrox Contract Until 2026

 

Johnly Yfeko, defender for the Rangers, signs a new Ibrox contract

 

Johnly Yfeko, a defender for Rangers, has extended his contract at Ibrox, tying him to the team through the 2026 summer.

As per the B Team Twitter account of the club, the official announcement of the deal happened on November 10.

In August, the 20-year-old made his Viaplay Cup debut against Greenock Morton, a match that the Gers won 2-1.

✍️ #RangersFC Academy can today announce Johnly Yfeko has signed a contract extension with the club until May 2026.

📲 https://t.co/TYDKB57DDg pic.twitter.com/aPay5Det4s

— Rangers B & Academy (@RFC_Youth) November 10, 2023

Good news

Young players can be given extended contracts by clubs, which allows them to develop and hone their skills over time, maximizing their potential and raising their market value.

This may be one of the causes for the Rangers’ attempts to extend his contract by three more years, which undoubtedly would have resulted in a pay increase.

Long-term agreements also shield clubs from losing their investment too soon. A long contract ensures that the selling club receives significant transfer fees if they decide to let go of a young player who develops into a top talent and deters other clubs from trying to sign him.

Longer contracts protect clubs’ interests and long-term competitiveness by giving them negotiating leverage and the ability to set terms in the transfer market.

Securing young, talented players to long-term contracts is, at its core, a calculated strategic move that integrates player development, financial stability, and market control.