Rangers close on McKay signing

07 August 2011 14:13
Rangers are hoping to complete a deal to sign Brisbane Roar midfielder Matt McKay before Thursday's Europa League registration deadline.[LNB] Ally McCoist is eager to recruit the the 28-year-old and could do the deal this week with McKay in Britain for Australia's friendly against Wales on Wednesday.[LNB]A report on the club's website said the club "can reveal the 28-year-old midfield star is firmly in McCoist's sights and a deal could be done this week.[LNB]"McKay is in the UK as Australia have a friendly international with Wales on Wednesday night and Rangers would love to do a deal before the Europa League play-off deadline on Thursday."[LNB]The club added: "There are work permit issues but Rangers hope to overcome them and get McKay on board."[LNB]

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