UNBELIEVABLE NEWS;Rangers star Nicolas Raskin has accepted and signed new contract deal with Leeds United

Rangers have made a firm decision on Nicolas Raskin amid interest from Leeds United and Aston Villa, TEAMtalk understands, as the midfielder’s comments on his future come to light.

Raskin has been on the books of Rangers since January 2023 when he joined from Belgian club Standard Liege. Then Rangers manager Michael Beale was a key factor behind the deal, with the Belgium international subsequently proving the hype surrounding him.

The 24-year-old has been arguably Rangers’ best player this season, scoring three goals and providing eight assists in 45 appearances from the middle of the park. Gers legend Peter Lovenkrands described Raskin as ‘potentially the most valuable player in the squad’ in The Daily Record this week.

Raskin, who is under contract at Rangers until 2027, has become a firm favourite among the Ibrox faithful with his consistent displays.

TEAMtalk understands that Leeds and Villa are two clubs that have taken a shine to Raskin and are keen on snapping him up in the summer transfer window.

Leeds, who will play in the Premier League next season after winning automatic promotion from the Championship, view Raskin as a perfect signing to bolster their squad for the English top flight.

Villa, under Unai Emery, see the 24-year-old as a versatile addition to their midfield and believe that he is capable of fitting into their high-pressing system.

Both Leeds and Villa have the financial muscle to offer lucrative terms, which could tempt Raskin to test himself in England.

We first reported Leeds and Villa’s interest in Raskin on March 25, with clubs in Germany and Italy also monitoring the midfielder.

However, sources have now told TEAMtalk that Rangers do not want to sell their prized asset in the summer transfer window.