Rangers may have tested the waters regarding an ambitious move for Lewis Ferguson, but the midfielder’s actions in Northern Italy over the weekend have delivered a crystal-clear message.
As confirmed by Chris Jack, the Ibrox hierarchy previously made tentative enquiries to explore the availability and feasibility of bringing the 26-year-old Scotland international back to the Premiership.
However, any hopes of luring the former Aberdeen man away from Serie A look dead in the water following his latest display of professionalism.
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Lewis Ferguson’s dedicated solo work in Valles
Bologna are currently undertaking their pre-season preparations in the alpine village of Valles.
Following a disappointing 4-0 friendly defeat to German side Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday, new Rossoblu head coach Domenico Tedesco granted the squad a rest day on Sunday, 19 July.
While his teammates took advantage of the downtime, Ferguson, having only just returned from his post-World Cup break, refused to rest on his laurels.
According to Italian regional newspaper il Resto del Carlino, the Bologna captain split his Sunday between morning and afternoon sessions, working through a combination of gym routines and pitch drills to accelerate his match fitness.
Around 50 supporters who had travelled to the camp expecting a full squad session were instead greeted by their skipper putting in the hard yards completely on his own.
Ferguson’s actions do not hint at Rangers transfer
A player looking to engineer a return to Scotland or holding out for an exit simply does not put in gruelling double sessions on a designated day off.
Ferguson’s work ethic highlights a leader wholly committed to establishing himself as the beating heart of Tedesco’s new era at Bologna.
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While Rangers‘ interest in a midfielder of his calibre is natural, the Scot has effectively closed the door on any potential Ibrox transfer without having to say a single word.
Fortunately for Derek McInnes, the Light Blues are already looking elsewhere to bolster their options in midfield.
Vanja Dragojevic’s move to Govan has been confirmed by a family friend, while Tromso’s Jens Hjerto-Dahl remains a target.
Rangers are also in the market for a new left-sided centre-back, with Troyes ace Sankhoun Diawara firmly on their shortlist, although they face competition from AC Milan.
