Rangers’ transfer plans for Lewis Ferguson hinge on Nicolas Raskin’s future, with the 25-year-old’s potential exit opening the door to a reunion with Derek McInnes. The Light Blues have already spent heavily in midfield this summer, but a big sale could still fund a move for the 26-year-old Belgium international.
What’s the latest on Ferguson at Rangers?
Cammy Bell, the former goalkeeper, told the BBC’s Scottish Football Podcast on 22 July that Rangers fans would love to land Ferguson, but the move looks out of reach for now. Bell pointed to three conditions: Raskin must leave, the fee must top £20 million, and part of that cash must cover Ferguson’s cost. “All Rangers fans would absolutely love to have him,” Bell said, “but in a realistic manner I think it’s probably just out of reach at the moment.”
Rangers have already added Vanja Dragojevic, Dan Neil and Cammy Devlin to their engine room, while Jens Hjerto-Dahl remains a target. The club’s midfield rebuild is well under way, but Ferguson’s arrival still depends on Ibrox offloading Raskin first.
Why Raskin’s move matters for Rangers
Raskin has drawn interest from LaLiga clubs Real Betis and Villarreal, with Andrew Cavenagh aiming to net more than £20 million from any sale. That windfall could help Rangers bridge the gap to Ferguson’s reported valuation. The Belgian midfielder’s World Cup 2026 performances have raised his profile, and Govan could offer the game time he’s lacked in Italy.
Rangers sit second in the Premiership on 69 points from 33 games last season, one behind Hearts, with a +35 goal difference and 66 goals scored. Their recent form reads WWLLL, and they beat Falkirk 5-2 on 16 May 2026. The next fixture is away to Hearts on 28 October 2026.
What happens next in the transfer race?
Rangers must decide Raskin’s fate before they can push for Ferguson. If the Belgian leaves, the Light Blues can redirect funds to other targets. Until then, Ferguson remains a dream rather than a plan. The coming weeks will show whether Ibrox can turn rumour into reality.
