Rangers new boy Jermain Defoe had interest from Crystal Palace, offering a route to stay in the Premier League.
The Gers have snapped up the veteran striker on an 18-month loan deal from Bournemouth, with the Cherries reserving the right to recall him in the summer or next January.
Defoe struggled for playing time under Eddie Howe at Bournemouth this season but could have stayed in the Premier League, with the striker telling Sky Sports News that he had interest from Crystal Palace.
However, Defoe feels he opted for something special by agreeing to link up with Steven Gerrard at Rangers.
Nice to catch up with @IAmJermainDefoe in Tenerife this afternoon. Admits interest from Crystal Palace but wanted to try something different at Rangers. Wants to “be part of something special.” #RFC pic.twitter.com/Ol5v85xBgE
— Keith Downie (@SkySports_Keith) January 9, 2019
The striker's signing has been greeted with delight by the Rangers fans, who are hoping he can have a big impact in the title tussle with rivals Celtic.
He is the second fresh face in through the door at Ibrox this month, with Rangers also signing Steven Davis from Southampton.
Rangers announced their intention to battle Celtic for the Scottish Premiership title before the winter break by beating Brendan Rodgers' men at Ibrox.
They are level on points with the Bhoys.
