Transfer rumour · 2026

Olwethu Makhanya to Brentford

Rangers → Brentford · Probability 11% · TT Value €6m · rumour

Updated 17 Oct 2026

Brentford and Sunderland are linked with Rangers defender Olwethu Makhanya, but with only early reports and a contract to 2030, a move remains a long shot.

Stage: Link → Interest

Where Olwethu Makhanya could go: Brentford 11% · Sevilla 8% · stays 81%

How the story has moved

1. FootballTransfers · Repeats another report · Aggregator · 2026-10-17 · original post
   “Rangers face Premier League interest in summer signing after award-winning displays. Rangers are reportedly facing Premier League interest in one of their summer signings after a bright start to life at Ibrox.”
2. TEAMtalk · First report · Tabloid · 2026-10-16 · original post
   “Brentford, Sunderland plot move for award-winning Rangers star who has charmed Ibrox faithful. The 22-year-old has been one of Rangers' standout performers since joining the club over the summer, and Brentford and…”

The money

Olwethu Makhanya's TT Value is €6m.

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