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Rangers are bracing for a major summer transfer as Nico Raskin attracts significant interest from clubs across Europe’s top leagues.
Real Betis have entered formal talks over a deal for the Belgian World Cup star but have so far failed to meet Rangers’ asking price.
Italian, German, and English clubs have also entered the conversation, making this one of the most competitive transfer situations in Scottish football this summer.
Rangers are holding firm on their valuation, with a figure of £20 million having been discussed in recent weeks as the benchmark for any deal.
English Premier League newcomers Hull City have already tested Rangers’ resolve, submitting an eight-figure bid that was swiftly rejected by the Ibrox club.
Aston Villa are also keeping a close eye on developments, with the Premier League side monitoring Raskin’s situation as it continues to evolve.
Two Bundesliga clubs have joined the race, further intensifying competition for a player who has caught the eye of top European outfits following his World Cup performances.
Some offers currently on the table are edging closer to Rangers’ valuation, and sources suggest a deal could be struck imminently if negotiations progress as expected.
Rangers stand to make a massive profit on Raskin, who was signed from Standard Liege back in 2023 and has developed into one of the most coveted midfielders in the transfer market.
Raskin himself is eager to make the step up to one of Europe’s top leagues on the back of his impressive World Cup showings for Belgium.
Away from the Raskin saga, Rangers are also closing in on Partizan Belgrade midfielder Vanja Dragojevic, with a deal of over £4 million agreed with the Serbian club.
Rangers are working to finalise personal terms and secure a work permit for Dragojevic before completing the transfer.
The Ibrox side have also cast their eye over Tromso midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl, with Cardiff City having already had a bid rejected amid reports the player favours a move to Rangers.
Rangers boss Derek McInnes has made it clear that squad trimming will be necessary to generate further funds for additional summer signings.
The club has already brought in Ross McCrorie, Lawrence Shankland, Cammy Devlin, Ivor Pandur, Dan Neil, and Ben Godfrey ahead of the new campaign.
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