- He has played just three games for his new club, with his only start being in the shocking defeat against Queen’s Park in the Scottish Cup. Edgar’s blunt assessment underscores the board’s failure to identify a player capable of addressing their immediate needs.
This isn’t an isolated error, as Rangers have a history of transfer misfires and such poor recruitment cannot persist under the incoming 49ers Enterprises ownership.
The U.S.-based group, known for their data-driven approach with the San Francisco 49ers, will likely demand sharper decision-making to ensure signings align with the club’s ambitions.
Fernandes’ flop is a stark reminder that Gers must prioritise quality over stopgaps to compete with Celtic and thrive in Europe – something the 49ers will be keen to rectifyFernandes not good enough to be a first-team player at Gers
David Edgar, the Heart and Hand podcast host, was asked about the 22-year-old’s absence from the first team.
Fernandes did not even make the bench for the recent league games against Celtic and Dundee.Edgar responded, in no uncertain terms, that the Portuguese defender lacks the quality to be a first-team player for Rangers.
He wrote on X: “Just not good enough mate. Really that simple.”San Francisco 49ers need to overhaul the recruitment team at Rangers
Fernandes’ loan signing from Lille in January highlights a glaring misstep by Gers’ board, exposing their inability to make astute decisions during a critical period.The Ibrox outfit were grappling with a defensive crisis, evidenced by injuries to key players like Dujon Sterling, Neraysho Kasanwirjo, John Souttar and a stretched backline under Philippe Clement, yet they opted for a 22-year-old centre-back who has since proven inadequate for first-team demands.Edgar’s blunt assessment underscores the board’s failure to identify a player capable of addressing their immediate needs.
This isn’t an isolated error, as Rangers have a history of transfer misfires and such poor recruitment cannot persist under the incoming 49ers Enterprises ownership.
The U.S.-based group, known for their data-driven approach with the San Francisco 49ers, will likely demand sharper decision-making to ensure signings align with the club’s ambitions.
Fernandes’ flop is a stark reminder that Gers must prioritise quality over stopgaps to compete with Celtic and thrive in Europe – something the 49ers will be keen to rectify.
