Bologna open talks for Rangers star Nicolas Raskin as race grows
Serie A side Bologna have opened preliminary talks with Rangers over signing Nicolas Raskin, BBC Sport reports, as the 25-year-old Belgium midfielder draws interest from Hull City and Real Betis ahead of a likely summer exit from Ibrox. Rangers value Raskin at around £20 million.
Key Takeaways
- Bologna have begun preliminary talks with Rangers about signing Nicolas Raskin, according to BBC Sport.
- Rangers reportedly value the Belgium international at about £20m, while Hull City's offer is said to be £12-14m.
- New manager Derek McInnes would like Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson to move in the opposite direction.
- Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini has reportedly given the green light to pursue Raskin.
- Raskin is with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup and is expected to weigh his options after the tournament.
Why are Bologna in talks for Nicolas Raskin?
Bologna have opened preliminary negotiations with Rangers over a move for Nicolas Raskin, according to BBC Sport. The gossip column cites TeamTalk in linking the talks to new Ibrox boss Derek McInnes.
BBC Sport also reports that McInnes would like Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson to move in the opposite direction as part of the wider transfer picture. With Raskin at the World Cup with Belgium, Rangers News says he is actively considering an Ibrox exit.
Rangers News adds that he will make a final decision after the tournament. That timing could shape how quickly Bologna or any rival club can push a deal over the line.
How much do Rangers want for Nicolas Raskin?
Rangers are understood to value Nicolas Raskin at nearer £20 million. BBC Sport reports that Hull City's offer, attributed to BBC Radio Humberside's Mike White, sits in the region of £12-14 million and is below that valuation.
The Rangers Review says Hull are tracking Raskin ahead of their return to the Premier League, though it understands no official bid had yet reached Ibrox for a player who will command a significant eight-figure fee.
Rangers News adds that a strong World Cup showing could see the club demand more than the £20m they currently seem to want. The outlet notes Hull's bid has already fallen short of the Gers' valuation.
Who else is chasing Nicolas Raskin this summer?
Raskin's name has surfaced across several leagues in recent days. The Rangers Review previously reported that Serie A outfit Atalanta were monitoring his situation, while Bologna have also been credited with interest.
According to Rangers News, citing Spanish outlet El Desmarque, Real Betis view Raskin as their top midfield target. Manager Manuel Pellegrini has reportedly given the green signal to pursue a deal at the Benito Villamarin.
Rangers News also notes interest from Italian clubs alongside newly promoted Hull. For more transfer buzz, see our Celebrity Breaking News section.
What happens next for Rangers and Raskin?
The Rangers Review reports that Rangers are under no financial pressure to sell, but Raskin could be among several big-name departures as McInnes reshapes the squad. Captain James Tavernier has already left, while the futures of Jack Butland and Mohamed Diomande are also in question.
With Bologna now in talks, Hull circling, and Betis reportedly keen, Rangers may have leverage to drive up the price. Whether any club meets the £20m valuation — or whether Ferguson enters the conversation — should become clearer in the coming weeks.