Beşiktaş reach agreement with Rangers over Raskin transfer

Beşiktaş appear to have taken a significant step forward in their pursuit of Nicolas Raskin. The move follows direct instructions from coach Vincenzo Italiano, who had specifically requested the midfielder's signing. After three previous unsuccessful attempts, the Turkish club has now managed to convince Rangers to agree to a sale.

According to reports, both clubs have settled on a transfer fee of approximately 17 million euros. The preliminary agreement is also said to include several bonus clauses. Beşiktaş reportedly convinced the 25-year-old Belgian midfielder with a salary offer in the region of 5 million euros.

The transfer is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks. A preliminary protocol will reportedly be signed first, with the official contract to follow once the winter transfer window opens. This timeline would allow Raskin to complete his current season with Rangers before making the move.

Fellow Belgian international Leandro Trossard is said to have played a role in persuading Raskin to make the switch. Trossard reportedly gave Raskin detailed information about Istanbul and Beşiktaş, telling him he would never regret joining the club. Such personal recommendations from compatriots are often considered influential in transfer decisions involving foreign players.

Raskin began his career at Gent before moving on to Standard Liege and most recently Rangers. Primarily deployed as a defensive or central midfielder, the right-footed player stands at roughly 1.78 meters and is known for his combative style of play. Capable of linking defense and attack, Raskin's current contract with Rangers runs until May 31, 2028, though this agreement suggests a move to Beşiktaş is now largely in place.