Rangers ace Nico Raskin £10m exit claim emerges amid Saudi transfer verdict
Rangers midfielder Nico Raskin has been linked with an Ibrox exit this summer.
The Belgian midfielder has not just been shining domestically but made a name for himself on the international stage as well recently.
He received a standing ovation on his full senior debut for Belgium in the 3-0 win over Ukraine.
Scott Arfield issues Premier League and Saudi Arabia transfer admission
Scott Arfield believes that Rangers will have to settle near the £10million mark if they are to cash in on the 24-year-old this summer.
Taking into account the fact that he’s got two more years left on his deal, the former Gers player does not see him going for more.
He has stated that the megabucks could come in if there is genuine interest from the Premier League or clubs in Saudi Arabia.
| Nicolas Raskin v Ukraine | Stats |
| Minutes | 89′ |
| Passes | 75/82 |
| Chances created | 1 |
| Touches | 91 |
It does seem that there are clubs in the Premier League willing to take a punt on the Belgian.
Arfield, a BBC pundit, told the Record: “I reckon they might have to settle for something closer to the £10million mark. For a player who cost £1.5million when he signed from Standard Liege in 2023, that would still represent a hefty return.
“Yes Nico’s still got two more seasons on his Ibrox contract but he’s a defensive midfield player playing in Scotland. Of course the fact he’s now a fully fledged Belgium starter will help but he’s not the type who scores you bundles of goals.
“If an English team or one of the clubs from Saudi were to come in for him, then maybe those megabucks bids might materialise. But the reality is that for midfield players to really draw those huge offers, they need to provide a regular goal threat that Nico doesn’t quite possess.
“He’s certainly got plenty of other qualities, though. I’m just amazed it took Philippe Clement so long to spot them.”
Rangers must aim to get more from Raskin’s sale
Rangers should aim to maximise Raskin’s transfer fee beyond the £10million mark suggested by Arfield, given his rising stock and unique attributes.
At 24, Raskin has proven his worth with a standout full debut for Belgium, earning a standing ovation in a 3-0 win over Ukraine, signaling his growing international pedigree.
With two years left on his contract, Gers hold a strong negotiating position, as clubs cannot easily wait out his deal.
His initial £1.5million transfer from Standard Liege in 2023 already positions any sale as a significant profit, but his defensive midfield tenacity, paired with recent global exposure, could command a premium.
To achieve this, the Ibrox outfit must target a bidding war among Premier League clubs, where demand for robust midfielders is high, or tap into Saudi Arabia’s lavish spending power.
Highlighting his physicality, work rate, and potential for growth, rather than just goal-scoring, could appeal to data-driven recruiters.
Additionally, leveraging his international performances through strategic media exposure or agent negotiations could inflate his value.
By emphasising his long-term upside and current form, Gers could push his fee closer to £15million or more, capitalising on his momentum rather than settling for a conservative return.