Rangers have signed Brazilian full-back Jefet on a four-year contract, subject to international clearance and a successful work permit application.
The defender spent last season on loan at Cypriot League One champions APOEL, joining Glasgow from Fluminense.
The 20-year-old has signed a long-term contract with Rangers until 2028 and joins Mohamed Diomande – who joined on a loan deal in January with an obligation to buy – as the new signings A permanent addition to manager Philippe Clement’s squad, which has already finalized its squad in advance.
Jepht said after signing for Ibrox: “I’m absolutely delighted to be joining Rangers, it’s a fantastic opportunity for me to join my team at such a historic and successful club. Take your career to the next level.
“I’m already looking forward to meeting my new teammates, working with the coaching staff and continuing to learn and develop my game as a player at Rangers.”
Clement said: “Jeft is an exciting young defender and I’m delighted he has joined our squad so early in the summer.
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“He has proven that he is a player of outstanding quality and potential and I am confident he can play a big role in our team going forward – I look forward to working with him over the coming months.”
