He helped them win promotion to Italy’s high flight earlier than switching to Serie A rivals Sassuolo in January 2023 on mortgage with an obligation to purchase.
Nevertheless, they suffered relegation final season and he leaves having made 28 begins – three this season – and 25 substitute appearances.
Internationally, he performed for Switzerland till under-21 stage however has 26 caps, scoring 5 objectives, for Albania.
The deal for 22-year-old Kasanwirjo, who spent final season on mortgage to Speedy Vienna within the Austrian Bundesliga, comprises an choice to make it a everlasting switch subsequent summer season.
Rangers supervisor Philippe Clement expects Kasanwirjo, who has made two appearances within the Eredivisie this season for Feyenoord, to be “a giant asset” due to his versatility.
“He can play in numerous defensive positions and will likely be a great choice for the squad with the home and European commitments now we have this marketing campaign,” the Belgian instructed Rangers’ web site.
Born in Amsterdam, Kasanwirjo got here via the youth ranks with Ajax earlier than becoming a member of Eredivisie rivals Groningen on the finish of his contract in 2021.
He spent two years there earlier than transferring to Feyenoord in January on a four-and-a-half-year contract.
Total, he has made three begins and 9 substitute appearances for Feyenoord, whereas he made 25 begins and three extra from the bench for Speedy.
Kasanwirjo turns into Rangers’ tenth summer season signing and arrives hours after winger Scott Wright was sold to Birmingham City.
The Netherlands Below-21 worldwide will present a much-needed defensive choice for Phillipe Clement after Ben Davies also joined the Blues earlier this week.
Kasanwirjo, who was recognized to Rangers director of soccer recruitment Nils Koppen from their homeland, stated he “had a great feeling” after talking to Clement and believes it’s “a great step for me”.
