As reported by Sky Sports, Rangers could have a battle on their hands to bring Dylan McGeouch to Ibrox this summer, with Sunderland opening talks with the midfielder about a switch to the Stadium of Light.

What's the story?

Rangers were linked with a move for the 25-year-old earlier this month, with Steven Gerrard reported to be interested in adding the player to his new look midfield at the Light Blues next season.

They'll have to move quickly though.

Sky Sports report that he is already in discussions with League One outfit Sunderland as former St Mirren boss Jack Ross looks to build a side capable of winning promotion to the Championship at the first time of asking.

With his Hibs contract set to expire at the end of the month, is now the time to move for the Scotland international?

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Is he worth signing?

McGeouch is coming off a stand-out 2017/18 season at Hibernian, winning both the players’ and supporters’ player of the year awards at the club ahead of more hyped talents like John McGinn.

The former Hoops man was the player who made Neil Lennon’s side tick all season, his dynamic and committed midfield play allowing Hibs’ attacking players to shine in the final third, despite a lack of direct goal contributions.

The central midfield area is one that can be really improved at Rangers after last season and McGeouch could finally make his name at Ibrox playing under a midfield legend in Steven Gerrard.

On a free transfer, this is a deal that could prove to be one of the bargains of the summer if Rangers pull it off.

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