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Rangers in Transfer Cross‑Roads: Raskin, Olsen, Rice and Hearts’ Coaching Shuffle

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Atalanta have eyed Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin, who is now playing for Beglium in the World Cup finals. The 25‑year‑old’s displays have drawn Italian interest, with the club ready to pay a fee that could exceed the current market rate. A transfer would strengthen Atalanta’s midfield for the Serie A.

Meanwhile, Wolfsburg stands ready to sell winger Andreas Skov Olsen for a reduced fee after Rangers declined to activate an £8m buy‑out clause in his loan deal. The Danish star, 26, has agreed to a new contract extension, but Ibrox has yet to decide whether to secure his services permanently.

Bailey Rice, a 19‑year‑old Rangers midfielder, has agreed terms on a new contract and Kilmarnock is lining up a loan bid. The move would give the young player regular first‑team minutes in the Scottish Premiership, while Rangers could profit from a future sale for the club and the market value.

On the coaching front, Hearts faces a vacancy after Derek McInnes departs for Rangers. Former Monaco boss Sebastien Pocognoli and former Feyenoord assistant Rene Hake are front‑running candidates. Both bring European experience, but Hearts will need a leader capable of navigating the Premiership’s tactical demands to stay in contention ahead.