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James Penrice transfer developments

Overview

In early August 2026, English Championship club Burnley expressed interest in signing James Penrice, a 26-year-old left-back playing for AEK Athens. AEK Athens indicated a willingness to sell the defender, who had previously been acquired from Heart of Midlothian for approximately €1.8 million.

By mid-August, the situation shifted as AEK Athens reached an agreement with Rangers to loan Penrice. The deal, which includes an option for a permanent purchase, was reportedly motivated by an injury to Rangers defender Thuur Romens.

On August 15, Rangers FC officially announced the one-year loan signing of the 27-year-old defender following the successful completion of his medical examinations. Under the terms of the agreement, AEK Athens will receive a loan fee of 500,000 euros, with an option for Rangers to purchase the player next summer for 1.5 million euros.

Upon joining the club, Penrice described his time winning a championship with AEK Athens as “an incredible experience” and characterized the move to Rangers as a “dream” fulfillment.

Entities

James Penrice · AEK Athens · Rangers FC · James Penraic · Fabrizio Romano

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 2 SOURCES] AEK and Rangers have agreed to a loan deal for James Penrice that includes a purchase option.
[● 2 SOURCES] James Penrice is scheduled to undergo medical examinations on Friday, August 14.
[● 2 SOURCES] AEK Athens intends to immediately seek a replacement for the left-back position following Penrice's departure.
[● 2 SOURCES] AEK Athens acquired James Penrice from Hearts last summer for approximately 1.5 to 1.7 million euros.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rangers' pursuit of a left-back was prompted by an injury to Thuur Romens, who is expected to be out for four to eight weeks.

Timeline

27 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
James Penraic joins Rangers on loan from AEK Athens
Rangers FC has signed Scottish left-back James Penraic on a one-year loan from AEK Athens, including a 1.5 million euro purchase option.
29 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
James Penrice to join Rangers on loan from AEK Athens
AEK Athens has agreed to loan left-back James Penrice to Rangers on a deal that includes a purchase option. Penrice is expected to undergo medical tests this Friday.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Burnley eyes AEK Athens left‑back James Penrice
Burnley have shown interest in AEK Athens left‑back James Penrice, with the Greek club open to a €1.8 million‑valued sale as the English side seeks defensive reinforcement.

Sources

gazzetta.gr · iefimerida.gr · novasports.gr · protothema.gr · sportal.gr

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