How Rangers target Kelsy once hid in truck to chase football dream
From hiding in a truck to playing in a war zone, Rangers target Kevin Kelsy has had an eventful career already.
Kevin Kelsy, a 22-year-old striker, has joined Rangers from Portland Timbers. Born in Venezuela, Kelsy's career began in his home country with Mineros de Guayana, where he made his debut at just 16 years old. Faced with a nationwide travel ban due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Kelsy hid in a truck to avoid detection while traveling 500 miles from his hometown of Valencia.
This unique method of evading the travel ban showcased his determination and commitment to his dream of becoming a professional athlete. After a brief stint in Uruguay with Boston River, Kelsy joined Shakhtar Donetsk during their title-winning seasons in Ukraine, where he scored nine goals in 37 appearances during a challenging period marked by war with Russia.
Kelsy's skills led him to the United States, where he had loan spells at FC Cincinnati and Portland Timbers. At 6ft 4in, he offers the height needed in attack following Youssef Chermiti's injury. The Rangers management sees Kelsy as a solid block in their lineup, with his work ethic and potential to adapt to the team environment.
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