RANGERS are chasing the signature of Colombian striker Alfredo Morelos.

We revealed today the 20-year-old is a target for manager Pedro Caixinha, who has already added Bruno Alves, Ryan Jack, Dalcio and Fabio Cardoso to his squad this summer.

5 The HJK Helsinki star has caught the eye of Rangers Credit: Alamy

But just who is Morelos and why would Gers want to sign him?

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How many goals has he scored this season?

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Who is Alfredo Morelos?

Morelos is a 20-year-old striker who has played for HJK Helsinki since February 2016.

He initially joined the Finnish outfit on loan from Colombia’s Independiente Medellin before making the switch permanent in January for a fee of £425,000, according to transfermarkt.co.uk.

In an interview with nordiskfootball.fr last year, he opened up on how he was inspired to become a professional footballer.

Morelos said: “First and foremost, my family pushed me to move forward, while football has always been my passion.”

What is his goal-scoring rate?

In the league - which HJK Helsinki lead by six points - he’s netted 11 times in 12 games with four assists while scoring five in 7 in the cup.

The striker also bagged four goals in six Europa League matches.

Last season year he scored 30 in 43 appearances.

How did he adapt to life in Finland with HJK Helsinki?

Morelos initially struggled with the language barrier – and the FOOD.

He told nordiskfootball.fr: “Despite the fact that Finland is not a well-known championship, I saw it as an opportunity to show myself other European leagues.

5 The Colombian has been in fine goal-scoring form this season

“At first it was very complicated, mainly at the level of the language, but I adapted gradually to my team and my team-mates.”

He added: “As I said, at first it was very difficult, for example in relation to food.

“But fortunately, there are a lot of shops selling Colombian products here, although the food in this country is very healthy, with lots of salmon and vegetables, and I am used to that.

5 Portugal's Euro 2016 winner Bruno Alves was Gers' first summer signing Credit: EPA

5 Alves' switch was followed by the signing of Aberdeen captain Ryan Jack Credit: Willie Vass Ltd.

“The winter was very rough when I arrived, but I have since become acclimatized to the culture.

“I love the locals, who are very respectful and calm.

“It is a beautiful country.”

The Colombian has also expressed a desire to star in some of Europe’s top leagues.

He said: “I would like to play in the best championships.

5 Morelos initially struggled to adapt to life at HJK Helsinki

“Germany, because it is a very competitive championship. France, for its high-level football.

“Italy for its mythical club while in Spain there are the biggest European clubs.”

Has he made the breakthrough at international level for Colombia?

Morelos has represented his country at U-17 and U-20 level.

His idols are countrymen Carlos Bacca of AC Milan and Monaco star Radamel Falcao.

He says: “I often watch the movements and goals of these players.”

Why is he called ‘The Buffalo’?

The reason behind the youngster’s nickname - often referred to in the Finnish media - is unclear.

But judging from his Instagram posts, he is a fan of it.

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