Jack Butland has joined Rangers on a four-year contract after his release by Crystal Palace. The 30-year-old goalkeeper, who has nine England caps, spent last season on loan to Manchester United but made no appearances. Rangers were looking for a replacement after releasing veteran Allan McGregor and Manager Michael Beale said Butland “is coming into the prime years of his career” and with “huge experience”. Butland has been with eight English clubs and his longest spell was with Stoke City from 2013 to 2021, during which time he made 169 Potters appearances and won most of his England caps. His most recent senior appearance was in Palace’s 3-2 defeat by Everton in May 2022 – his 17th overall since joining the Premier League club in 2020. Butland said he is “over the moon” to be granted “a huge opportunity” and is excited for the future.
Rangers have also announced the arrival of midfielder Kieran Dowell from Norwich City and right-back Dujon Sterling from Chelsea, making Butland the third new signing for next season. Robby McCrorie, Jon McLaughlin and Kieran Wright are all under contract for next season and will compete with Butland for the goalkeeper position.