Atalanta are interested in signing Nicolas Raskin from Rangers this summer transfer window, it has emerged.
Raskin was one of the standout performers for the Light Blues last season, bagging seven goals and providing nine assists in 50 appearances across all competitions.
Rangers are under no pressure to sell the Belgium international, as he is contracted to the Glasgwegian outfit until 2028.
However, there is a general consensus among the Gers faithful that this might be the right time to cash in on the midfielder.
Nicolas Raskin has been linked with a Rangers exit…
Atalanta want Nicolas Raskin – Di Marzio
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Atalanta have set their sights on signing Raskin from Rangers this summer, as they prepare for life under Maurizio Sarri.
The Sky Sports Italy journalist noted that more updates regarding the Serie A club’s pursuit of the 25-year-old are expected shortly.
At 25, Raskin is entering the peak of his career, and it is the right time for him to pursue a move away from Ibrox.
In some quarters, there have been concerns regarding his increasingly frustrating antics at Rangers.
However, Raskin impressed in his FIFA World Cup debut for Belgium, coming on as a substitute in the Red Devils’ 1-1 draw with Egypt on Monday.
Atalanta are keen to strengthen their midfield this summer, especially with Ederson on his way to Manchester United.
The prospect of replacing Ederson at the Italian club is enticing for the former Standard Liege star.
Nico Raskin is making a name for himself on the international stage! 😍
If he is to leave Rangers, how much should he be sold for?
Rangers to cash in on Raskin
This is certainly exciting news for Andrew Cavenagh and Co, as Raskin is one of the club’s most valuable assets.
The Premiership heavyweights are likely to receive a handsome fee for the player’s sale, meaning they can reinvest the sum to strengthen the squad for Derek McInnes.
Rangers have already been linked with a host of players in Raskin’s position, including Cammy Devlin at Hearts and Elliot Watt at Motherwell.
The club have already done impressive pieces of business this summer, snapping up Lawrence Shankland on a free transfer from Hearts.
Rangers are also reportedly paying the Jambos around £400,000 to hire McInnes as their new head coach, while Red Bull Salzburg have paid them £2million for Danny Rohl.
