# Kevin Kelsy transfer from Portland Timbers to Rangers

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kevin-kelsy-transfer-from-portland-timbers-to-rangers
> Updated: 2026-09-03T16:03:19.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Rangers reached an agreement with MLS club Portland Timbers to sign Venezuelan striker Kevin Kelsy for a reported fee of approximately $13 million (£9.5 million) plus add-ons. The deal included a sell-on clause for Portland.

Following the initial agreement, the transfer was completed with Kelsy signing a four-year contract that includes an option for an additional season. The 22-year-old forward, who previously played for Shakhtar Donetsk, joins the Glasgow club to bolster attacking options under manager Derek McInnes.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Glasgow Rangers sign striker Kevin Kelsy from Portland Timbers

Glasgow Rangers have signed Venezuelan striker Kevin Kelsy from Portland Timbers in a deal worth approximately £9.2 million on a four-year contract.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/glasgow-rangers-sign-striker-kevin-kelsy-from-portland-timbers

### 2026-08-25: Rangers agree $13m deal for Portland Timbers striker Kevin Kelsy

Rangers have agreed a $13 million deal with Portland Timbers to sign Venezuelan striker Kevin Kelsy, making him the club's second-most expensive signing in history.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rangers-agree-13m-deal-for-portland-timbers-striker-kevin-kelsy

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