Breaking News: Ryan Jack Targeted for Scottish Premiership Return
Dundee Lead Race to Bring Ex-Rangers Midfielder Back from Turkey
In a significant development for Scottish football, former Rangers and Scotland international midfielder Ryan Jack is reportedly the target of a Scottish Premiership club looking to bring him back from his spell in Turkey. The club leading the chase is understood to be Dundee, who are in advanced talks with the 33-year-old’s representatives.
Jack, who departed Rangers in the summer of 2024 following the expiry of his contract, joined Turkish second-tier side Esenler Erokspor. While his move to Istanbul was seen as an opportunity for a new challenge, reports from Scotland suggest that Jack is keen on a return to his homeland after just one season abroad. His time in Turkey has been mixed; while he made 26 appearances for his club last season, he has recently fallen out of favor, featuring for only 19 minutes in the current campaign and being left out of recent matchday squads. This apparent sidelining has fueled speculation of a swift exit.
Dundee’s interest in the veteran midfielder is no secret. The Dark Blues were reportedly among the Scottish Premiership clubs vying for his signature last summer before he opted for the Turkish league. Now, they appear to have reignited their pursuit, seeing Jack’s experience and quality as a valuable asset to their midfield.
However, any potential deal is not without its complications. A major factor for Dundee is Jack’s well-documented injury history. The midfielder’s career, particularly during his seven-year spell at Rangers, was often hampered by fitness issues. As a result, sources close to the negotiations suggest that Dundee are cautious and may look to offer a contract that is heavily appearance-based, tying his earnings directly to his time on the pitch. It remains to be seen whether Jack would be willing to agree to such terms, but his desire to return to the Scottish top flight could be a key motivator.
For Jack, a return to the Premiership would represent a chance to re-establish himself in a league he knows intimately. During his time with Rangers, he won a Scottish Premiership title in 2021 and scored in the 2022 Scottish Cup Final. Before that, he was a key figure at Aberdeen, where he rose through the ranks to become club captain. His a move to Dundee would offer him a familiar environment and a platform to remind Scottish football of the quality he possesses when fully fit.
While no official announcement has been made, the momentum behind the transfer rumors is growing. As the transfer window progresses, all eyes will be on whether Dundee can finalize a deal to bring the former Rangers star back to Sc
otland.
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