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Nicolas Raskin transfer speculation and contract status

Overview

Besiktas has accelerated its pursuit of Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin, entering active discussions regarding a potential €15 million (£12.7 million) fee. Besiktas head coach Vincenzo Italiano has reportedly requested the 25-year-old Belgian international to anchor his midfield. To facilitate the move, the Turkish club intends to use Belgian attacker Leandro Trossard to help pitch the transfer to Raskin, who remains under contract at Ibrox until 2028.

This renewed interest follows previous failed negotiations where Rangers rejected a loan-to-buy structure. While Besiktas previously characterized Raskin as a secondary option, the club is now moving toward a structured permanent bid. Rangers have maintained a valuation in the £12.7 million range, and concerns had previously been raised that the player’s market value might decrease as he enters the final 18 months of his contract.

Negotiations ultimately collapsed in September 2026 after Rangers' ownership rejected a Besiktas loan proposal that included an option to buy. While Raskin had expressed a desire to leave, he has since reintegrated into the Rangers squad under manager Derek McInnes. Raskin later addressed the failed summer move, stating, “That is football and it is not a big deal,” while emphasizing his focus on his current role.

Despite the summer collapse, Besiktas is expected to make another attempt to sign the midfielder during the January transfer window. Rangers have reportedly accepted that a departure is likely next year, provided Raskin maintains his performance levels. While McInnes has expressed openness to keeping the player beyond his current contract, the club faces pressure to sell during the winter window to recoup investment as his contract progresses.

Entities

Nicolas Raskin · Besiktas · Rangers · Derek McInnes · Rangers FC

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Nicolas Raskin addresses Rangers future amid transfer speculation

    Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin has addressed transfer rumors, stating he is happy at the club despite acknowledging his long-term professional ambitions and desire for new challenges.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Rangers players face transfer interest from Besiktas and European clubs

    Besiktas is accelerating a pursuit of Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin for approximately £12.7 million, while winger Fares Ghedjemis remains a target despite a contract extension at Frosinone.

  3. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Besiktas targets Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin for January transfer

    Besiktas is planning a January transfer bid for Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin, valued at £12.7m, with Leandro Trossard expected to assist in negotiations.

  4. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Nicolas Raskin linked to summer exit from Rangers

    Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin is expected to potentially leave the club next summer, with Besiktas reportedly planning a renewed attempt to sign the Belgian player in January.

  5. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Nicolas Raskin remains at Rangers amid transfer interest and contract concerns

    Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin remains at the club after rejecting Besiktas, though concerns grow regarding his contract status and future market value.

  6. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Nicolas Raskin faces January transfer decision amid strong form

    Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin faces a January transfer crossroads following strong performances for club and Belgium, despite a controversial yellow card during a Nations League win over Italy.

  7. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Nicolas Raskin discusses failed summer transfer from Rangers

    Midfielder Nicolas Raskin revealed he was mentally ready to leave Rangers this summer but remained at the club after transfer negotiations with several European clubs, including Besiktas, failed to conclude.

  8. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Nicolas Raskin stays at Rangers after Besiktas transfer collapse

    Rangers have blocked a potential loan move for midfielder Nicolas Raskin to Besiktas, rejecting a deal that lacked a compulsory purchase clause. The player is expected to stay until January.

  9. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Rangers players Shankland and Raskin feature in club updates

    Lawrence Shankland led Rangers to victory with two goals against Falkirk, while midfielder Nicolas Raskin is set to remain at the club following the closure of major European transfer windows.

  10. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Besiktas makes move for Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin

    Besiktas has approached Rangers to sign Belgian midfielder Nicolas Raskin as the transfer window nears its close.

Sources

footballtransfers.com · g3.football · gazetefutbol.de · ibroxnoise.co.uk · ilgiornaledellosport.net · insidefutbol.com · news.stv.tv · rangersnews.uk · the4thofficial.net · transfery.info · voetbalkrant.com · voetbalnieuws.be · voetbalprimeur.be · walfoot.be

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