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Nicolas Raskin Drawing Interest from Premier League Clubs as Aston Villa Move Gains Momentum
Rangers’ influential midfielder and club captain Nicolas Raskin is reportedly attracting considerable interest from clubs across the United Kingdom and abroad this summer. Among the potential suitors, Aston Villa have emerged as a notable contender for the Belgian international’s signature—and it appears that his national team manager would welcome the move.
Raskin, 24, has spent two and a half years at Ibrox since making the switch from Standard Liège during the January transfer window in 2023. In that time, he has established himself as a key figure in the Rangers squad, both as a regular starter and a leader on the pitch. With nearly 100 appearances in all competitions under his belt, Raskin has become an integral part of the Gers’ midfield engine, contributing five goals and 11 assists last season alone. His consistent performances were particularly evident during the club’s impressive run to the Europa League quarter-finals.
His arrival in Glasgow was reportedly influenced by then-Rangers manager Michael Beale, who had previously been part of the coaching staff at Aston Villa. That connection could now play a role in Raskin’s next move, with Villa reportedly keen on securing his services as they look to bolster their squad ahead of another demanding Premier League campaign. The Midlands club is expected to be active in the transfer market, seeking both depth and quality, particularly in midfield. Promoted side Leeds United are also believed to be monitoring Raskin as they prepare for their return to top-flight football.
Adding further fuel to the transfer speculation, Raskin’s current international manager, Rudi Garcia, is said to be supportive of the idea of the midfielder joining Aston Villa. Reports from Belgium suggest Garcia views a potential club-level partnership between Raskin, Amadou Onana, and Youri Tielemans—who already plays for Villa—as highly beneficial for the national team’s chemistry ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Philippe Clement, Raskin’s former manager at Rangers, has also weighed in, expressing confidence that the dynamic midfielder is ready for the step up to the English Premier League. “I think he’s ready. I’m even convinced,” Clement told reporters. “Nico would fit perfectly in the Premier League. Maybe not right away with a top-six side, but certainly with a club just below that level. He has the technical ability, intelligence, and drive—and most importantly, he still has plenty of room to develop.”
Former Rangers captain and interim manager Barry Ferguson has echoed those sentiments, praising Raskin’s talent and potential to reach the game’s highest levels. “Nico Raskin has the potential to play at the highest level. His best years are still ahead of him,” Ferguson said. “He’s been top-class for me, but what’s important now is that he continues to push himself, deliver consistent performances, and learn from the experienced players around him in the national setup.”
Raskin’s mix of tactical awareness, leadership qualities, and technical skill has made him one of the most promising midfielders in the Scottish Premiership—and now, with Premier League clubs circling, a significant career move could be on the horizon. Whether he ends up at Villa Park or elsewhere, it seems increasingly likely that his time in Glasgow could be coming to a close.