On January 31, the Daily Record stated (page 46) that both Old Firm sides were interested in signing the left-back this month.

However, his brief recall to the Reds meant that his only alternative choice was to play for Dundee this season.The 21-year-old’s performances for Dundee have not been so outstanding that Rangers had to sign him.

They did want a left-back this month,

but of all the options mentioned,

Beck is not the best match for them.

It no longer matters because they appear to be closing near on the signing of Brazilian left-back Jefte.

Hopefully, that deal goes through without any problems,

as that potential exists until the club makes an official statement.

This time of year is known for clubs attempting last-minute hijacks,

and even minor details can push players away.

There is no evidence to suggest that this is the case with Jefte,

and Philippe Clement will undoubtedly want the club to finalize the transactions as soon as possible and not leave anything until the last hours of Thursday night.

In other Rangers news, the club is set to make a deadline day signing following a recent behind

-the-scenes assertion.

While Philippe Clement had wanted to add to his centre-back options this month,

the Belgian has more serious issues to address in the January transfer window,

such as strengthening his midfield and expanding his wide options.

McKenna would have been a terrific acquisition,

but it was not one that the Gers needed to make this month.

Perhaps this is a transaction that the Light Blues can consider in the summer when Clement has more time to develop his roster.

Hopefully, one or two private jets will make the trip to Glasgow in the last days of the January window,

though a little more effort is needed before it closes at Ibrox.

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