Rangers sign Emo James from Bayelsa United on two-year deal ahead

Rangers have signed forward Emo James from Bayelsa United on a two-year contract, DAILY POST reports. James left the Prosperity Boys after their relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League last season, during which he scored seven goals in sixty-two league appearances. The nine-time NPFL champions say the arrival gives head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu additional attacking options for the upcoming campaign.

The transfer matters because Rangers aim to defend their title and need depth in attack after a season where they relied heavily on a limited pool of scorers. James brings experience from the top flight, even if his goal return was modest, and could provide rotational flexibility or impact off the bench. For Bayelsa United, the departure continues their rebuilding following relegation, while Rangers strengthen their squad ahead of the new season that kicks off in September.

What should Rangers fans expect from James in his first season with the club? Will he break into the starting XI quickly, or will he be used as a squad player to freshen up the attack as the title defence begins?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/23/npfl-emo-james-joins-rangers-from-bayelsa-united/