07 Jul 2026 07:19:17
Fellow bears here's my take on this with some on here and this with others on here ie.Raskin is better than Ferguson and vice versa Ferguson is better than Raskin 🤔I think it's what's best for Rangers at this moment in time and for me i think nico Raskin we can't build our team around because i truly think he now wants to move on to play in a better league and that's absolutely fair enough and i wish him nothing but the best and thank him for his years at Rangers, i rate him highly 👌 Regarding lewis Ferguson, i think we can build our team around him and he's more what we need at this moment in time because of all the reasons, as he ticks all the boxes and i also rate him 👌So it's what's best for Rangers taking all that into account and lewis Ferguson i believe is better for Rangers to where we are and want to do just now 🤔🇬🇧 It's not solely about comparing both Ferguson and Raskin to who's the better midfielder 🤔
07 Jul 2026 08:15:29
Sir Walter, good read and good points.
07 Jul 2026 08:16:12
Think there's a lot of stating the obvious in there, pal, but one thing I'll agree with you on is Raskin wants to move on, so we just have to suck it up and sell for good money. Whether Ferguson is the replacement, we'll see. I'd take him at the right price, 10-12m.
What's with all the emojis at every sentence?
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07 Jul 2026 08:21:15
So you'd prefer a lesser player because it's right for Rangers?
Fair enough.
07 Jul 2026 08:27:32
It's obvious Raskin is off, this isn't new, so saying we can't build a team around him is just old hat. Mentioning him in a future team is pointless.
It's just how much we can get for him, and the longer he's in the WC playing like this, his stock goes up.
The question is, does LF want to come, and at what cost to the club. Does the club want him at the prices floating around?
07 Jul 2026 08:29:09
One will give his all for the club, the other just does it when he feels like it. I know who I'd rather have.
07 Jul 2026 08:32:27
Raskin needs to be sold if we want to have a more successful player trading model. Ferguson is being sought after to lead the team and club forward and chase success. We have quality players in the group. What has been lacking is the motivation to go that little further when needed.
Only a highly motivated leader on the pitch will give you that, Ferguson has that in bucket loads, so no, we would not be accepting a lesser player, we're gaining a far better leader.
07 Jul 2026 08:32:40
We can't build a team around someone who wants to leave and let's be honest here - has had about 9 good months under 2 managers the whole time he's been here - more often than not, he's been average at best.
07 Jul 2026 08:45:20
Awful lot of liberal licence in what Ferguson would bring, he could be great or absolutely mince, he could fit in great or be a fish out of water. If he comes, let him get in the door first, instead of pinning what you think he'll bring, wait n see. Tbh, if it works great he'll have my support, but what if it doesn't. 😉
07 Jul 2026 09:00:53
Ferguson suits Rangers better than Raskin does.
07 Jul 2026 09:18:00
Geeso, a lot of folk pinning their hat on Ferguson. Stating Raskin wants to move on, but yet I hear Ferguson wants to play in top 5 leagues.
So let's say he does, do the folk on here then turn round and say well that's understandable or do they say well he doesn't love us that much?
Are we saying we will buy Ferguson once Raskin is sold? What if we don't get enough money for Raskin?
Truth is no one knows and every day it's the same about Ferguson, is he the only target we are interested in?
07 Jul 2026 09:21:36
Will this debate die when Raskin leaves and Ferguson doesn't sign? It's a long summer. 😂
07 Jul 2026 09:35:56
Sounds most likely outcome, Iron. 👍
07 Jul 2026 09:38:20
Mph, I don't think that's what Sir Walter is saying.
07 Jul 2026 09:46:03
We need to sell Raskin while his stock is high and reinvest the fund to strengthen other positions. We can get 3 or 4 good players with potential if we get a good fee for him.
I wouldn't be spending it all on Ferguson. Too many other positions we need to strengthen.
07 Jul 2026 09:51:55
Mph, a lesser player? Only in your mind, Ferguson would bring far more to Rangers than Raskin ever has, mine.
07 Jul 2026 10:03:46
Mph, you're being disingenuous about his post. You know fine well he is saying we can't build around a player who will 95% leave this summer and 100% leave by next summer, whereas Ferguson, who, granted, is not as good as Raskin and does not have as good a ceiling as Raskin, will be here for the long term.
I would love for us to have Raskin in the team as captain for the next 3/4 seasons, but it's not happening, so what's the point even debating it.
07 Jul 2026 10:05:19
We have roughly had a good six months from Raskin in a Rangers jersey. Yes, he's a good player, but it's hardly on show at Rangers.
07 Jul 2026 10:07:45
I'm not convinced Ferguson is as good as some seem to think he is, but let's say he is. What if Raskin commits his future to the club and signs a new contract. We buy Ferguson and then have a midfield 3 of Neil, Ferguson, and Raskin. Would people be happy with that? Neil in the 6, and Ferguson and Raskin playing further forward.
Let's say we sell Fernandez to fund the deal. Shankland in the false 9, Chermiti as striker. Would leave one forward spot for a player to roam, play out wide etc. For me that player is missing just now. Defence of Pandur, Mccrorie, Souttar, Godfrey and Rommens.
07 Jul 2026 10:14:40
I would love Ferguson at us, think he could be a very good fit for us, but not at 17 mill. I wudnt want us paying that for any 28 yr old. Let's be realistic, if he comes we aren't recouping much of that back if at all.
If we can get him at the right price, perfect, but regardless what we get for Raskin, Manny or Chermiti, if they all go I'd still not be spending that on Fergie.
07 Jul 2026 10:17:44
I want Ferguson, would love him at Rangers, but why are we saying r.
07 Jul 2026 10:18:50
Why are we saying Raskin wants to play in a better league, and at the same time expect Ferguson to drop down to our league when he's already where Raskin wants to be?
07 Jul 2026 10:19:28
I think Raskin stopped thinking of himself as a Rangers player at the end of May. In his head he's already gone.
I'm looking forward, and don't expect Raskin to pull on our shirt again. I don't see him as a Rangers player now either.
The only question now is the quality of the replacement.
07 Jul 2026 10:30:18
I'm not convinced both Raskin and Ferguson are as good as many think. I agree with MyStar, I think he's had a solid, consistent 4-5 month period when all was lost and the pressure was off domestically. I also agree with Sir Watty that Ferguson is probably a better fit out of both them.
I'd cash in on Raskin, who by many accounts has had a decent World Cup whilst his stock is high. I wouldn't spend 17 million on Ferguson thou. I believe we can find a replacement for Raskin much cheaper. Opinions thou are like. We all have one. No one is ultimately right or wrong.
07 Jul 2026 10:48:55
Has Ferguson played for Rangers first team over a season? No, then it's all just opinion and your opinion doesn't carry any more weight than anyone else.
Truth is, nobody knows until we see him perform in the Rangers team who is better for Rangers.
07 Jul 2026 11:11:51
Raskin has supposedly made it clear he wants away. If this is the case, then we need to maximise the fee we can get for him and thank him for his time at Rangers.
A) To replace him.
B) To invest and improve the team.
07 Jul 2026 09:21:19
What's with the attitude Bazbear!?
07 Jul 2026 10:08:32
I'm not seeing the rumour here. What am I missing because this seems to just be OPs opinion.
07 Jul 2026 11:44:13
Correct, Bunster 👍 MPH, where did I state Raskin is better than Ferguson or vice versa mate. 🤔
07 Jul 2026 11:47:28
I'm not a big emoji man, but I enjoy Coop's prodigious use of emojis - they are like his trademark and it portrays a level of enthusiasm for the club we all love.
Incidentally, I was up from my home in Cheltenham and went on the Ibrox Stadium tour on Saturday.
Wee Eddie, (who is usually in the Broxi family suits), pointed out that Raskin's kit has been moved in the changing room to occupy the space that Tav used to use. He mused as to whether this is a sign of what is to come (c). Personally, I don't see it, as I think he'll be away.
07 Jul 2026 12:08:40
Totally on point, SWS! No one can predict the future but we must plan for it without Nico Raskin. Petty squabbles on valuations are just temporary noise.
07 Jul 2026 13:50:00
If we are saying yes because he'd offer more because he's from a Rangers family, he gets it, blah blah blah, then we have set our standards pretty low. I'd much prefer the sort of cash mention to get 2/3 first team starters like Watt, Cerny et al.
07 Jul 2026 14:42:04
Anyone that thinks Nico Raskin is better than Lewis has not been watching Rangers. Raskin has been the most overrated Rangers player in years. He has had one good season, then a handful of good games, lol. Prove me wrong. Get him to f***.
Raskin better than Ferguson. 😂😂😂
07 Jul 2026 16:52:20
Gdog, it's not attitude, just wondering about the pondering emoji after every sentence. I'm all for a smiley face, but just wondered about it.
Attitude! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣