Brighton and Ajax have had initial talks on a agreement to deal with Rangers Highly-rated Calvin Bassey.

 Brighton and Ajax have had initial talks on a agreement to deal with Rangers Highly-rated Calvin Bassey.

A versatile and versatile player, https://apkzup.com/ he is attracted by both the Serie A and Bundesliga with at least seven teams monitoring the 22-year old.

Sky Sports News reported in May that Bassey was also wanted by former Gers manager Steven Gerrard who is now with Aston Villa.

It is reported that https://romaseriale.me/ Ajax Head Coach Alfred Schreuder has spoken to Bassey via call and was impressed as was the Dutch club currently preparing an official offer for a replacement Lisandro Martinez, who is expected to move to Manchester United.

Rangers are slack about their interest in the Nigerian international, and they will not consider any bids that do not surpass PS20m One source suggesting that any deal could be required to beat the record of the all-time Scottish record PS25m at the time Kieran Tierney signed with Arsenal after leaving Celtic.

If Bassey who was signed from Leicester City for just PS230,000 two years ago - decide to leave this summer, it will be a huge blow to Rangers who beat the club's record for transfer fees the second time in a row.

It is expected to be a follow-up to academy graduate Nathan Patterson's transfer into Everton in January to pay PS16m, as the club strives to achieve fully sustainable financial viability thanks the player-trading system - an integral part in the Rangers management's approach.

Even though Bassey is believed as being settled in Rangers but he is open to talks to Ajax or Brighton.

The defender - who has two years left on his contract - was part of 50 games across all competitions in the last season. He was selected to the Europa League team of the season after the club's run through to the final.

He also played a crucial role when Rangers were victorious in their first Scottish Cup in May, in addition to winning the Scottish Premiership title he won in the previous campaign.

Rangers are already adding Antonio Colak, Tom Lawrence, Rabbi Matondo and John Souttar to their squad for the summer, however they are expected to make additional changes during the next window.

With reports of interest being shown in Rangers the other left-back Borna Barisic the club is contemplating adding more defensive options as well being able to strengthen their attacking line-up as they attempt to make it to the Champions League and reclaim the Scottish Premiership title.

The former Rangers striker Kris Boyd told Sky Sports News:

"Especially towards the close of this season along with during the Europa League run that Rangers enjoyed, Bassey was unbelievable. He's also versatile; he's able to play left-back and he's able to play left of a pair, the left of a 3, the middle of three, and I believe that's the reason why that he's attracted clubs. It's a fact that, in the present that when teams look at players, they're considering them for various positions. Bassey definitely falls in the category of.

"These actions towards the close to the year for Rangers were impressive and it felt like the team gained lots of faith from them also. They didn't need to defend the backline as much due to his speed and recovery abilities, as well as his ability to handle one-on-one situations. If he is forced to leave, as it seems like it's going to happen, he'll be a huge loss for the Rangers.

"Players have been sacked in the past, and have been replaced, but I believe this could be slightly complicated due to that flexibility. I believe the Rangers will require a backup. Borna Barisic is there however, he's been linked to moving away too. They're going require someone to step to the left-back position, and also someone who is able to play on the left side of a two or three, as well on the back of the departure of Bassey.

"Virgil van Dijk has proven that at the highest level, however I think it is quite harsh for this young man right now, it's time to judge him. However, he's showing he has the traits He's got the speed and the drive He's also good when it comes to ball play, and it's possible to defend one-on one and therefore he'll be an attractive option for a new player.

"Brighton are the English team that has been linked to the player and I'm not shocked since how they've been operating since their arrival to the Premier League has been outstanding.

"I believe they won't spend a fortune for any player, and I don't believe they have to. We've seen this in the case of Marc Cucurella, Yves Bissouma and Ben White last season. They'll bring in players to give them an opportunity, before giving them an opportunity to sell them off. I'm pretty sure that the owners Tony Bloom and Brighton will think the same procedure when it comes to Calvin Bassey or they wouldn't make the deal.

"I can't help but think that this could maybe start a domino effect. We've already seen Zinchenko linked with Arsenal and if I was Manchester City, I would go and give Brighton whatever they want for Cucurella. I think he's as good as anything in the Premier League. He suits their attacking style of play and, if that's the case, Bassey could quite easily find himself being a starter at Brighton."

Sky Sports' Sahil Jaidka:

"It is not a surprise that Rangers may be preparing to let go of one their top players of last season, but anyone who wants him will face the challenge of landing the defender, as is the fight.

"After several years of ups, and downs with clubs such as of Leyton Orient, Charlton and Leicester the 22-year-old maintained his success at Ibrox and has also made it in to the Nigeria squad.

"His ability to move quickly throughout the game agility, aerial presence and strength helped him earn an appearance as among the initial names to appear on the roster at Ibrox this season.

"Not just in the United States but also across Europe, Bassey has shown that he is capable of achieve the top of the heap after winning the man of the match award at the Europa League final then days after at the Scottish Cup final.

"Rangers fans will surely be devastated to see him go, but if the club is able to secure a deal that is in excess of PS20m this shows that the model of trading players is functioning.

"It is not a secret that Rangers are looking to purchase players who are developing them to then sell them off at a substantial profit, and Bassey's departure could see this occur.

"For Rangers to be able to collect an all-time club record for a player during the second time in succession is also a welcome gesture as Rangers strive to achieve fully sustainable financial viability.

"With four additions already this window, it is clear the board are backing Giovanni van Bronckhorst in this transfer window and there's no doubt Sporting Director Ross Wilson will have a list ready to ensure more faces in several areas arrive at Ibrox before the transfer window shuts."

Former Rangers Winger Chris Burke told Sky Sports News:

"I believe he's been an outstanding player, particularly over the past six months. He's able to play many roles, as you can see in the back three and back four.

"He's an absolute powerhouse, and with time his performance is only getting better.

"Great recruiting from the club and if they decide to deal with him, it's quite a sum.

"We speak about Kieran Tierney earning more than PS25m, and you don't think the man is less than PS25m.

"I would like to hope for Rangers the sake of Rangers that he will stay with Rangers as the kid is continuing to learn. He looks like an excellent kid, and performed admirably during the European game.

"We hope we can see Calvin Bassey in a Rangers shirt next season but I won't be surprised if it's a bidding war for him."