By Fraser Fletcher, Transfer Correspondent

18th Feb, 2023 | 12:56pm

Sources: Rangers plot raid to sign Jack Butland with Man United star 'keen' on move

Rangers are plotting to sign on-loan Man United goalkeeper Jack Butland this summer, sources have told Football Insider.

The England international, 29, has been on the radar at Ibrox for some time and is believed to be a preferred target of sporting director Ross Wilson.

Butland’s loan deal at United is set to expire at the end of this season.

Sources with knowledge of the shot-stopper’s situation have revealed that he would be “keen” to play for Rangers next season.

It is understood that his parent club, Crystal Palace, will make no attempt to renew Butland’s contract when it expires in June.

The Birmingham youth product has racked up 87 Premier League appearances during spells at Stoke City and Palace – but is yet to turn out for United this season.

He joined on a six-month loan deal in January after Newcastle recalled back-up goalkeeper Martin Dubravka from his stay at Old Trafford.

Butland has turned out for England nine times and is still only 29 years of age despite making his last Three Lions appearance in 2018.

Rangers boss Michael Beale has confirmed that summer funds have been set aside for a new keeper signing with Allan McGregor, 41, possibly hanging up his gloves at the end of this season.

He will also assess current backup options Jon McLaughlin and Robby McCrorie before May.

Football Insider revealed on Monday (13 February) that Livingston goalkeeper Shamal George has impressed Ibrox scouts this season as they scour the market for a new shot-stopper.

Rangers remain well on the pace in their hunt for the Scottish Premiership title.

However, the Ibrox club can beat rivals Celtic to silverware in the Scottish League Cup final next week (26 February).

In other news, Football Insider updates as Rangers plot raid for 15 PL-app star with 12 top-flight goals this season.