Rangers complete signing of free agent Tom Lawrence
The former Derby County man becomes the Gers second summer signing
Last updated 8th Jul 2022
Rangers have completed the signing of attacking midfielder Tom Lawrence.
The 28-year-old arrives on a free transfer and becomes the club's third addition this summer.
The Gers have beaten a number of Premier League clubs to the Welsh international's signature, including Leeds and Everton.
Lawrence spoke to the official Rangers website after penning his deal: " I am delighted to have joined Rangers and I’m excited to get started.
“The club is known worldwide for its history, successes and fan base and I look forward to being part of that going forward and getting to play in front of the supporters at Ibrox.”
Manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst, added: “I am really pleased we have been able to secure the signing of Tom and he will further add to our attacking options.
“He has gained valuable experience over a number of years with Derby County and I look forward to working with him this season.”
The club are yet to confirm the length of the contract.
Lawrence will bring another attacking aspect to the Gers side and will be the club's second summer signing, following the addition of Croatian forward Antonio Colak for ÂŁ1.8m yesterday.
John Souttar has also joined the Govan club, after agreeing a pre-contract in January.
The Wales international can play anywhere behind the striker and could even be used as a number nine.
With Joe Aribo set to move to Southampton, Lawrence could be seen as a direct replacement.
Lawrence, who captained Derby at times last campaign, spent five years at Pride Park scoring 35 times in 177 games.
The Rams were relegated last season but Lawrence still managed to score 11 times and assist five goals.
He has made 23 appearances for Wales and scored three times.
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