Fabio Silva wasted no time in parting ways with Rangers, just as he has swiftly moved on from every other team he’s been a part of. The highly-touted Portuguese striker, who garnered attention for his big-money move from Porto to Wolves as a teenager in 2020, could not make a significant impact during his brief six-month spell at Ibrox.

Struggling to find his rhythm in front of goal and often criticized for his shot-shy wastefulness, Silva’s time at Rangers was marked by sporadic moments of brilliance overshadowed by underwhelming performances. Booed by fans and facing scrutiny for his social media behavior, he seemed out of place in the Scottish football scene.

In a sign of his imminent departure, Silva hinted at his exit from Rangers through a subtle change on his Instagram profile, removing any mention of the club amidst speculations about his next move in the upcoming summer. Despite his initial desire to stay at the club, financial considerations and his on-field struggles ultimately thwarted any chances of a permanent deal.

While Silva undoubtedly possesses talent and work ethic, his inability to consistently deliver results commensurate with his hefty price tag raises questions about his suitability for top-tier football. As rival Celtic’s loanee Adam Idah shines with crucial goals, Silva’s failed January signing leaves a feeling of missed opportunity for both the player and the club.

The circumstances surrounding Silva’s arrival at Rangers, involving previous recruitment decisions and managerial changes, paint a complex picture of missed potential and unmet expectations. Despite uncertainties about responsibility, one thing is clear: Silva’s departure signifies yet another chapter of unfulfilled promise in his young career.

Among the mixed outcomes of their January transfers, Rangers can find solace in the promising addition of Mohamed Diomande from FC Nordsjælland, whose imminent £4.3m move to Ibrox promises to bring quality and impact to the team.

The young Ivorian player has areas in his game that could use improvement to reach the next level, yet at 23 years old, he has demonstrated enough quality and determination to get fans excited about his impact on the field.

Oscar Cortes, the 20-year-old Colombian player, had his season sadly cut short by injury but was still considered a valuable addition to the team.

Unlike Fabio Silva’s Instagram update, the RC Lens loanee was spotted at the Rangers Training Centre, undergoing rigorous training sessions with Brazilian striker Danilo.

While Cortes is likely to stay at Rangers for the upcoming season, the same cannot be assumed for Fabio Silva. What lies ahead for the Portuguese forward, you wonder?

Recent chatter online suggests that Italian and Spanish clubs are willing to offer approximately £20m for the striker.