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James Tavernier Transfer from Rangers to Panathinaikos
Sources have told Football Insider that James Tavernier is attracting interest from Panathinaikos after he announced his imminent departure from Rangers. Panathinaikos are reportedly among the contenders, with Rafa Benitez preparing a move to bring Tavernier to Greece. However, Benitez’s job at Panathinaikos is currently under threat, and his dismissal could complicate any move for the right-back. The Greek club is now a leading candidate to sign Tavernier. On the Transfer Insider podcast, it was explained that Panathinaikos is a possible destination for the player, with Benitez said to be keen on the move.
Sources have told Football Insider that James Tavernier is attracting interest from Panathinaikos after he announced his imminent departure from Rangers. Panathinaikos are reportedly among the contenders, with Rafa Benitez preparing a move to bring Tavernier to Greece. However, Benitez’s job at Panathinaikos is currently under threat, and his dismissal could complicate any move for the right-back. The Greek club is now a leading candidate to sign Tavernier. On the Transfer Insider podcast, it was explained that Panathinaikos is a possible destination for the player, with Benitez said to be keen on the move.
James Tavernier's contract at Rangers expires in the summer, and there has been no progress on a new deal. It is believed that Panathinaikos wants the Rangers player on a free transfer, a move that could see him reunite with Cyriel Dessers.
James Tavernier's contract at Rangers expires in the summer, and there has been no progress on a new deal. It is believed that Panathinaikos wants the Rangers player on a free transfer, a move that could see him reunite with Cyriel Dessers.
A proposed move to Panathinaikos for Rangers captain James Tavernier has been ruled out. According to Daily Record journalist Scott McDermott, speaking on Hotline Live on 15 January, it would be staggering if Rangers were to let their captain leave in January while competing for a title. McDermott believes that although Tavernier may not play every game until the end of the season, he will have a pivotal role in the dressing room if Rangers are to succeed by May. The journalist thinks Tavernier will probably not stay at Rangers beyond the end of his contract in the summer, but added that it would require an exceptionally high offer for the club to let him go this month despite potential interest.
A proposed move to Panathinaikos for Rangers captain James Tavernier has been ruled out. According to Daily Record journalist Scott McDermott, speaking on Hotline Live on 15 January, it would be staggering if Rangers were to let their captain leave in January while competing for a title. McDermott believes that although Tavernier may not play every game until the end of the season, he will have a pivotal role in the dressing room if Rangers are to succeed by May. The journalist thinks Tavernier will probably not stay at Rangers beyond the end of his contract in the summer, but added that it would require an exceptionally high offer for the club to let him go this month despite potential interest.
James Tavernier is reportedly the subject of transfer interest from Panathinaikos, with the player in the final six months of his contract. According to The Daily Mail, the Greek club are considering a Bosman deal for him. However, The Daily Record reports that James Tavernier has confirmed that contract extension talks have taken place with the Rangers hierarchy, although he has refused to announce whether his time at the club will extend into 2027.
James Tavernier is reportedly the subject of transfer interest from Panathinaikos, with the player in the final six months of his contract. According to The Daily Mail, the Greek club are considering a Bosman deal for him. However, The Daily Record reports that James Tavernier has confirmed that contract extension talks have taken place with the Rangers hierarchy, although he has refused to announce whether his time at the club will extend into 2027.
According to the Daily Mail, Rangers captain James Tavernier has emerged as a transfer target for Panathinaikos. Tavernier's contract in Glasgow is set to expire this summer, and there has been no news from Rangers about a potential extension. This has led to interest from the Greek club in a potential free transfer in the summer or on a pre-agreement. His form has attracted the attention of Panathinaikos and their manager Rafa Benitez, who are now considering a potential move to sign him on a free transfer this summer. With Tavernier's contract in its final six months, FIFA rules allow the Greek side to approach the player about a move without Rangers' permission.
According to the Daily Mail, Rangers captain James Tavernier has emerged as a transfer target for Panathinaikos. Tavernier's contract in Glasgow is set to expire this summer, and there has been no news from Rangers about a potential extension. This has led to interest from the Greek club in a potential free transfer in the summer or on a pre-agreement. His form has attracted the attention of Panathinaikos and their manager Rafa Benitez, who are now considering a potential move to sign him on a free transfer this summer. With Tavernier's contract in its final six months, FIFA rules allow the Greek side to approach the player about a move without Rangers' permission.
Panathinaikos manager Rafa Benitez, who was formerly with Liverpool and Chelsea, wants to sign 34-year-old English Rangers captain James Tavernier. The potential move is targeted for the upcoming summer rather than the current transfer period. The right-back's contract expires in the summer of 2026, and Benitez's team is reportedly considering offering a pre-contract agreement to the player. Tavernier has been with the Scottish club since 2015. A report describes Tavernier as the most prolific British defender in history with 146 career goals, also noting his effectiveness from the penalty spot and his 99 league goals for the Ibrox club. In the current 2025/2026 Scottish Premiership season, Tavernier has 5 goals and 3 assists from 22 appearances. His current market value is €1.30m, according to Transfermarkt.
Panathinaikos manager Rafa Benitez, who was formerly with Liverpool and Chelsea, wants to sign 34-year-old English Rangers captain James Tavernier. The potential move is targeted for the upcoming summer rather than the current transfer period. The right-back's contract expires in the summer of 2026, and Benitez's team is reportedly considering offering a pre-contract agreement to the player. Tavernier has been with the Scottish club since 2015. A report describes Tavernier as the most prolific British defender in history with 146 career goals, also noting his effectiveness from the penalty spot and his 99 league goals for the Ibrox club. In the current 2025/2026 Scottish Premiership season, Tavernier has 5 goals and 3 assists from 22 appearances. His current market value is €1.30m, according to Transfermarkt.
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