AliousRangers didn’t miss a beat last month despite several players jetting off for international commitments. The Gers roared back into action after the two-week hiatus, staging a thrilling comeback to edge Dundee 4-3 at Dens Park on Saturday, March 29.
Among the standout performers was Nico Raskin, who delivered a solid showing amid swirling rumors about his potential departure from Ibrox.
While speculation about his future isn’t likely to fade anytime soon, the Belgian midfielder might just prove to be a secret weapon in Rangers’ pursuit of some high-profile signings.
Raskin’s stock rose during the international break, where he featured twice for Belgium, including a full 90-minute shift in their 3-0 rout of Ukraine.
Pundit Derek Ferguson, brother of Rangers boss Barry Ferguson, believes Raskin’s time with the national team could pay dividends for the club.
Speaking exclusively to Ibrox News, Ferguson suggested that Raskin’s glowing endorsement of Rangers could sway his international teammates.
“These players chat when they’re away together—‘What’s Rangers like? How’s Scotland?’ I’m certain Raskin would’ve sung Rangers’ praises, weather aside,” he said.
“They’ll ask, ‘Is this a big club?’ Some might shy away from the intensity—it’s relentless, 24/7—but others will relish it. With Raskin talking them up, it could open doors for players to consider Scotland and Rangers.”
Belgium’s squad is brimming with talent, boasting stars like Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne—names likely beyond Rangers’ grasp.
But there are other prospects within reach, and having Raskin as an unofficial ambassador could tip the scales in the Gers’ favor for a marquee signing.
Chris Sutton, reflecting on Rangers’ recent victory over Celtic, noted it’ll be “interesting to see” where Raskin lands next season, hinting at the uncertainty still clouding his future.
For now, keeping Raskin at Ibrox past the summer feels like the bigger priority.
There’s chatter of a £10 million exit, which would hand Rangers a handsome profit on the midfielder.
That kind of offer might be tough to refuse, but if they could hold onto him for another year and cash in for a similar sum in 2026, that would arguably be the ideal outcome.
Raskin’s performance against Dundee and his international exploits only underline his value—both on the pitch and as a potential recruiter for the Gers’ ambitions.
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