Andreas Skov Olsen joins Rangers on loan, offering pace and attacking versatility that could lift Rangers’ wing threat; punters may back Rangers to score and consider Skov Olsen in anytime-scorer or assists markets, especially against mid-table Premiership opponents.
Andreas Skov Olsen arrives at Rangers on loan
Andreas Skov Olsen has signed for Rangers on loan, arriving in Glasgow determined to revive a career that promised so much after his standout spell at Club Brugge. The left-footed right winger was unveiled to the Ibrox crowd ahead of the Scottish Cup tie with Annan Athletic and will push to rediscover the form that once made him one of Europe’s most exciting young football attackers.
From Club Brugge brilliance to big-league struggles
Skov Olsen’s record at Club Brugge is impressive: 49 goals and 30 assists in 124 appearances, two league titles and regular Champions League exposure. Those performances earned him places at Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024, and a high-profile move to VfL Wolfsburg in Germany. A short stint in Serie A with Bologna followed his breakthrough in Denmark with FC Nordsjaelland, but his spells in Italy and Germany failed to match the heights he reached in Belgium.
Wolfsburg exile and loss of form
At Wolfsburg the Dane’s trajectory stalled. He was relegated to train with the youth setup during a difficult period, and sporadic first-team chances meant he struggled to build momentum. Coaching changes and shifting roles—initially deployed in a more defensive capacity, then moved into a more attacking 4-2-3-1—did not prevent a dip in form that left him on the periphery and ultimately seeking a move away.
Why the Scottish Premiership could suit him
Analysts argue Skov Olsen’s best football has come at clubs just below the very top European level: technically gifted, strong in one-on-one situations, capable of dangerous crosses and a reliable finisher. Rangers’ style and the Scottish Premiership’s pace could provide the platform for him to regain confidence, increase his chance involvement and exploit defenses with direct runs and crosses from the right flank.
International outlook and objectives
Skov Olsen has 40 international caps, his most recent appearance coming in September. While he did not feature as Scotland secured a World Cup finals place, the Dane will be eyeing a return to form that could see him push for inclusion in upcoming national squad plans and any crucial play-off matches.
Betting implications and what to watch
Skov Olsen’s arrival alters short-term markets. Expect Rangers’ attacking odds to improve slightly when he’s available—markets to consider include Rangers to score, both teams to score in fixtures where Rangers face open opposition, and Skov Olsen in anytime-scorer or assists markets. His pace and crossing threat make him particularly interesting in match-up bets against mid-table Premiership sides and in boost/prop markets tied to goal involvements. Monitor starting line-ups and early performances: confidence and minutes will determine whether he becomes a consistent value bet.
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