Rangers close on McKay signing

Rangers are hoping to complete a deal to sign Brisbane Roar midfielder Matt McKay before Thursday's Europa League registration deadline. 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.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."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."The club added: "There are work permit issues but Rangers hope to overcome them and get McKay on board."

Source: Team_Talk