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I had read that Grayson had put a couple of existing transfers on hold for a week whilst he assessed both them and the existing squad.
 
Blackpool’s move for Rangers striker Ryan Hardie could be back on according to journalist Alan Nixon.The Seasiders were thought to be close to signing the forward before the recent departure of former boss Terry McPhillips from Bloomfield Road.

The deal was thought to be dead in the water after McPhillips left, but new manager Simon Grayson didn’t rule out a move for the forward when speaking to the BBC Radio Lancashire recently, and it now seems there is a chance the move may still happen according to Nixon.The twenty-two-year-old striker spent last season on loan at Livingston, and his pre-Christmas form for the Lions persuaded Rangers to offer him an extension on his contract to the summer of 2020 in January.However, his display’s dropped off at the Almondvale Stadium in the second half of the season, and it appears this affected his standing with Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has he omitted the striker from the squad which recently travelled to the Algarve for pre-season training.It is unclear whether or not Blackpool are looking for a loan or a permanent transfer.

Our ViewHardie could be the target man Blackpool need.They lacked goal threat last season, scoring only 50 goals in their 46 league matches and despite being able to call on Nathan Delfouneso and new boy Adi Yussuf they still look short in attack.If Nixon is accurate, and he is usually reliable, Hardie could be the missing piece in the jigsaw.He will join with a point to prove, and if he recaptures his form at Livingston, he could be an excellent signing for the Seasiders.
 
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Blackpool’s move for Rangers striker Ryan Hardie could be back on according to journalist Alan Nixon.The Seasiders were thought to be close to signing the forward before the recent departure of former boss Terry McPhillips from Bloomfield Road.

The deal was thought to be dead in the water after McPhillips left, but new manager Simon Grayson didn’t rule out a move for the forward when speaking to the BBC Radio Lancashire recently, and it now seems there is a chance the move may still happen according to Nixon.The twenty-two-year-old striker spent last season on loan at Livingston, and his pre-Christmas form for the Lions persuaded Rangers to offer him an extension on his contract to the summer of 2020 in January.However, his display’s dropped off at the Almondvale Stadium in the second half of the season, and it appears this affected his standing with Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has he omitted the striker from the squad which recently travelled to the Algarve for pre-season training.It is unclear whether or not Blackpool are looking for a loan or a permanent transfer.

Our ViewHardie could be the target man Blackpool need.They lacked goal threat last season, scoring only 50 goals in their 46 league matches and despite being able to call on Nathan Delfouneso and new boy Adi Yussuf they still look short in attack.If Nixon is accurate, and he is usually reliable, Hardie could be the missing piece in the jigsaw.He will join with a point to prove, and if he recaptures his form at Livingston, he could be an excellent signing for the Seasiders.
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Someome on AVFTT has said, within the last hour, that Hardie in in town
 
Blackpool remain interested in Rangers striker Ryan Hardie



A fresh report has suggested that Blackpool boss Simon Grayson wants Rangers striker Ryan Hardie at Bloomfield Road.
According to the72.com, the English boss is targeting the Rangers Academy graduate heading into next season.
This would back-up an earlier suggestion from journalist Alan Nixon on Twitter, who claimed Hardie was wanted by the League One club over a fortnight ago.
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This fresh report solidifies Blackpool’s interest and appears to show their continuing desire to bring Hardie down south.
Hardie has spent the last two seasons out on loan at Livingston, where the lanky 22-year-old forward has impressed for the Lions between injuries.


Such was his form at the Tony Macaroni Arena, Rangers rewarded Hardie with a new contract at the turn of the year.
Hardie would score seven goals in 16 Scottish Premiership games for the newly promoted side last season.
But after the player was absent from the first day of pre-season training it appeared he was surplus to requirements this season.



A move to Blackpool may well serve as a superb opportunity to reignite his career.
Not that talk over Hardie’s future hasn’t disappointed Rangers fans.
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Blackpool are reportedly interested in signing Ryan Hardie. (photo by David Young/Action Plus via Getty Images)
Many of the club’s supporters have expressed disappointment that it looks like he’ll be moving on.
Hardie played 17 times in total for Rangers, scoring twice.
 
A modest statement of cautious but sensible ambition. Am sure SS knows the difference between being prudent and what Karl did and didn't do.
 
Brentford are hoping to secure a deal for exciting Blackpool youngster Marc Bola as they look to add to their squad ahead of the new season.
Thomas Frank and the Bees recruitment team have been very busy in this window so far with the arrivals of Pontus Jansson and Mathias Jensen seen as real coups.
And, there could be further additions, with Sun reporter Alan Nixon revealing that the Championship side have identified Blackpool left-back Marc Bola as a potential target.
Strengthening in that area of the pitch is a priority for the Londoners after they lost Yoann Barbet in the summer and Rico Henry has suffered with injuries over the years.
 
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