adminNot many Rangers supporters expected Nicolas Raskin to still be at Ibrox by now.
The Belgium international was strongly linked with a departure from Govan during the summer transfer window.
Raskin saw his reputation grow with a string of impressive displays for his country at the World Cup.
However, despite reported interest from the likes of Real Betis, Bologna, Atalanta, and Hull City, Raskin was unable to secure a move away from Ibrox.
As a result, Raskin has been heavily relied upon by Derek McInnes since the window closed.
But it has been suggested that the 25-year-old’s long-term future could still be away from Rangers.
Ryan Jack gives Nicolas Raskin prediction at Rangers
To Raskin’s credit, he has really applied himself in recent weeks after failing to complete the departure many had anticipated.
He has played an important role in helping Rangers record six consecutive victories, five of them in the league, including successive Old Firm triumphs over Celtic.
Raskin recently revealed that he was “mentally ready” to leave Ibrox until the end of the transfer window.
Raskin’s former Rangers teammate Ryan Jack responded to his comments on the Go Radio Football Show.
Jack said he has no problem with players wanting to show ambition in their careers, while also praising Raskin’s ability from their time playing together.
The pundit, however, suggested that Rangers and Raskin will likely hold discussions at some stage to determine his future.
He said: “He’s a Rangers player now, the window’s shut,
“I think the manager will probably have had that conversation with him to say that now the move’s not happening, keep your focus, keep your drive, keep your determination, and then they’ll get to January, sure they’ll get to the end of the season and then everyone will sit down and re-evaluate it.”
Is Nicolas Raskin’s Rangers exit inevitable?
It does seem as though Rangers are postponing the inevitable with Raskin’s departure.
A proposed late move to Besiktas also collapsed, and although he remained at the club, it still feels as though Raskin could eventually move on.
In some respects, if his commitment is not fully there, it would make sense to take the money and part ways.
If Rangers can get another full season from Raskin, while hopefully adding some trophies, that could prove to be a positive outcome for everyone.
Derek McInnes will have to ensure he keeps Raskin motivated and involved if Rangers are to challenge for the Scottish Premiership.
But, to his credit, there has been little indication that Raskin is downing tools at present.
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