Godwin ObajeWolves Prepare Bid for Rangers Midfielder Nicolas Raskin Amid Premier League Interest
Wolverhampton Wanderers are preparing to launch a formal bid for Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin as they look to strengthen their options ahead of the new Premier League campaign. The Belgian playmaker, who has been on Wolves’ radar for more than a year, is seen as a key summer target at Molineux.
Raskin, 23, has earned a reputation as one of Rangers’ most reliable and technically-gifted performers since arriving at Ibrox from Standard Liege in January 2023. Despite a turbulent season for the Scottish giants, the midfielder has consistently impressed, with scouts from across Europe taking notice of his sharp distribution, tactical discipline, and ball-winning ability.
Wolves have reportedly maintained their interest throughout Raskin’s time in Glasgow, and according to the Daily Record, the Midlands club are “set to enter the bidding” in the coming weeks as they attempt to lure the player to the Premier League.
“Unique” Talent Identified as Long-Term Target
The report describes Raskin as a “unique” player, with Wolves’ former and current recruitment figures continuing to view him as an ideal midfield anchor. Despite recent changes in the club’s management and recruitment structure, the admiration for the Belgian international remains intact, and those close to the player are said to be aware of the longstanding interest from Molineux.
It is believed that a fee in the region of £25 million could be required to prise him away from Ibrox, where he remains under contract. However, with Rangers open to player sales this summer to fund a wider rebuild under Russell Martin, Raskin may be one of the most valuable assets available for negotiation.
Raskin’s 2024/25 Statistics: A Model of Consistency
Raskin featured in 28 Premiership matches last season, ranking joint-fifth for total appearances in the Rangers squad. He provided six assists — second only to the team’s leading forward — and registered 2.8 tackles per game, placing him second in that category among his teammates.
He also ranked second for key defensive metrics and sixth for interceptions per game (0.8), while his average match rating of 7.13 placed him joint-fifth overall — further underlining his influence at both ends of the pitch.
Interest Beyond Molineux?
While Wolves are currently front of the queue, Raskin’s performances in the Europa League and his growing maturity in the Scottish game have also attracted admiring glances from elsewhere in Europe. However, the Premier League remains a priority destination for the midfielder, and the opportunity to develop under Gary O’Neil in an evolving Wolves side could prove persuasive.
Rangers, meanwhile, face a crucial summer as they prepare for Champions League qualifiers and a renewed title challenge. Whether they can afford to part ways with one of their standout performers remains to be seen, but a sizeable offer may test their resolve.
As Wolves look to build on a solid 2024/25 campaign, the addition of a technically adept and battle-hardened midfielder like Raskin could prove a statement signing — and with talks expected to accelerate, this long-standing interest may soon translate into concrete negotiations.
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