Glasgow Rangers sign Ivor Pandur from Hull City
Rangers Secure Goalkeeper Ivor Pandur
Rangers have announced the signing of goalkeeper Ivor Pandur from Hull City on a four-year deal, pending international clearance. Pandur, who is currently with Croatia at the World Cup, played a significant role for Hull City last season as the club achieved promotion to the English Premier League.
The transfer fee for the 26-year-old goalkeeper is reported to be £6m. Pandur’s move to Ibrox sees him join a club with a rich history, a factor he highlighted in his comments upon signing. He expressed his honour and privilege to join such a large club, noting its winning tradition as a key reason for his decision. Pandur also shared his anticipation of experiencing the atmosphere at Ibrox for the first time and his hope for collective success.
Manager Derek McInnes welcomed Pandur to Rangers, describing him as a goalkeeper with excellent presence and a strong character. McInnes noted Pandur’s quality and stated that he is at a good stage of his career, with the club believing he can become a commanding figure. The manager looks forward to integrating Pandur into the team once he returns from the World Cup.
Pandur’s Career Trajectory and Impact at Hull
Pandur began his senior career in Croatia with his hometown club, HNK Rijeka, making his breakthrough in the 2019/20 season. During that period, he recorded 10 clean sheets in 21 appearances. Following his time in Croatia, he moved to Serie A side Hellas Verona in August 2020, where he spent two years.
After his spell in Italy, Pandur joined Fortuna Sittard in the Dutch top flight. It was there that he established himself as a number one goalkeeper, making 31 appearances in his initial season. His journey then led him to Hull City in January 2024, where he quickly made a notable impact in England.
Last season, Pandur was crucial to Hull City’s promotion campaign. He maintained back-to-back clean sheets against Millwall in the play-off semi-finals, followed by another clean sheet in the 1-0 victory over Middlesbrough in the final, which secured their place in the English Premier League. He played in all but one Championship game during the season.
Goalkeeper Movements and Other Transfer News
The arrival of Pandur at Rangers coincides with the impending departure of goalkeeper Jack Butland, who is set to move in the opposite direction to Hull City. Reports indicate that Butland’s transfer to Hull City is valued at £3m. Butland, who joined Rangers in 2023, has made over 150 appearances for the Glasgow club, having previously played for several English teams including Birmingham, Stoke, and Crystal Palace.
While Butland’s move is not yet officially confirmed, he has posted a farewell message on social media, reflecting on his time at Rangers. He expressed his satisfaction with his decision to join the club three years prior and his pride in representing it both on and off the pitch. Butland also acknowledged the fans, stating that they make the club great and that the atmosphere at Ibrox will remain with him. He concluded his message by saying that he and his family will always be Rangers fans.
In other transfer news, Rangers are not pursuing a deal for Dundee defender Luke Graham, despite the 22-year-old’s performance last season. Additionally, goalkeeping coach Sal Bibbo is leaving Rangers to join newly promoted Premier League club Coventry City as part of Frank Lampard’s backroom staff, a year after joining Rangers.
The £6m transfer of Ivor Pandur to Rangers will be completed before Jack Butland’s £3m switch to Hull City to allow the Premier League club to purchase the Englishman after Tuesday’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) accounting period.
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Source: rangers.co.uk
Nathan Crowley is the Sports News Writer at NewsUK, covering rugby union, golf and boxing with six years of reporting experience. He moved from regional newspapers into digital sport. He holds a degree in Journalism from Cardiff University and completed an NCTJ diploma. Based in Cardiff, he plays amateur rugby and follows the Six Nations closely. “Speed and accuracy are not a trade-off in sport news.”
