Ridvan Yilmaz transfer: Rangers not happy as new bid sent to Ibrox
Rangers were not satisfied as Besiktas made a bid to sign Ridvan Yilmaz in the winter transfer window, according toToukyie today.
The news outlet reports (25 January) that the Turkish outfit’s loan offer with a buy option has not been well received by the Gers.
to selling the full-back, his value has increased to £5million after impressive performances in recent weeks.
Besiktas President Serdal Adali is keen to bring the defender back to Istanbul and is personally involved in the
In recent weeks, Philippe Clement has seen the impact injuries have had on his squad, especially in the backline, with the Turkish left-back forced to play on the right.
The Gers need to keep hold of their defenders for now as they embark on finding the season on a high note in the Europa League and the Scottish Cup.
Rangers have relied on Yilmaz to play in multiple positions recently, with the 23-year-old playing on the left-hand side of the attack against Manchester United on Thursday (23 January).Nantes, mired in the Ligue 1 relegation battle and on the verge of losing Huddersfield Town loanee Sorba Thomas, have now made an official approach to the Gers regarding Matondo.
Rabbi Matondo needs Rangers exit after Coventry setback
Regardless of whether it’s in the EFL, Ligue 1 or further afield, the Light Blues faithful won’t care where Matondo plies his trade until the summer – as long as it’s not at Ibrox.
Matondo will know that he’s hardly getting a look-in under Philippe Clement if he does stay put, and if it’s game-time he’s after, playing in a top-five European league with Nantes should certainly appeal to him.
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