Grant Hanley has been informed that he can leave Norwich City, with speculation about a move to Rangers growing. Hanley has fallen out of favor at Norwich City, having made only four appearances this season, and his contract is set to expire in the summer. Norwich City manager Johannes Hoff Thorup indicated that although he would prefer to retain Hanley, he understands if Hanley desires regular first-team football and would be open to considering offers in January. The path to Ibrox is reportedly clearing as Rangers are in urgent need of defensive reinforcements, following injuries to several key players, which have left Robin Propper as the only senior centre-back available. With Hanley being 33 years old and soon to be out of contract, the move to Rangers appears increasingly likely, particularly as other clubs like Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United have different signing criteria or are interested in other players.