Rangers Football Club have received a major boost as Belgian midfielder Nico Raskin has agreed to extend his contract at Ibrox by an additional two years, despite continued interest from English Premier League side Aston Villa.
The 23-year-old, who joined Rangers from Standard Liège in January 2023, has quickly established himself as a key figure in the heart of the midfield. His technical ability, work rate, and vision have made him a fan favourite and a pivotal part of Rangers’ domestic and European campaigns.
Sources close to the club confirm that Rangers had been keen to secure Raskin’s future early amid growing transfer speculation. Talks between the player’s representatives and the club reached a positive conclusion this week, with the midfielder now set to remain in Glasgow until 2027.
However, the story may not end there. Aston Villa, under manager Unai Emery, have been monitoring Raskin closely and remain interested in luring him south of the border. While Rangers have not placed an official price tag on the midfielder, it’s understood that any serious bid would need to exceed £12 million to open negotiations.
With Raskin now committing to the club’s long-term project, Rangers fans can breathe a sigh of relief lbut the summer transfer window remains unpredictable. Whether Villa will test the Scottish side’s resolve remains to be seen.
For now, Rangers have won the first battle keeping hold of one of their most promising assets.
