Nicolas Raskin latest after Rangers reject 'derisory' offer

Besiktas made a rejected summer bid for Raskin; Turkish reports of a £14m deal are wide of the mark, and the midfielder remains happy at Rangers.

Nicolas Raskin continues to attract interest from Besiktas ahead of the January transfer window, but Rangers have rejected what they view as a "derisory" offer from the Super Lig side. Recent Turkish reports suggesting the clubs were close to a £14 million agreement are inaccurate, according to sources. Besiktas previously failed to land the Belgian midfielder in the summer and there are now doubts whether they can meet Rangers' valuation. The 25-year-old remains content at Ibrox and is keen to complete the current campaign with the Gers. While further speculation about his future is expected to resurface in January, Besiktas are not close to a deal at present. Raskin has been a key player under Derek McInnes this season, starting eight of Rangers' opening 12 Scottish Premiership matches. He has attracted periodic interest from clubs in Europe's top five leagues including Lille and Real Betis, but Rangers maintain a lofty valuation and show determination to build their campaign around him.