Nicolas Raskin stays in Glasgow and aims to convince van Bommel

© Photo News – Nicolas Raskin had a “complicated” summer. After making his mark at the World Cup, the Belgian midfielder hoped for a big transfer, but he stayed in Glasgow. “I look ahead,” he says, determined to impress Mark van Bommel.

An offer that fell through

On September 1st, Raskin received a call informing him of a near‑finalised proposal from Besiktas. He was supposed to play that very evening, which complicated the decision. “I don’t want to cry, it’s football,” he said.

He explained that several factors beyond his control and the club’s blocked the move. The midfielder from Liège sought explanations without success and is now focusing on the next transfer window. Add us to your Google favorites.

Return under van Bommel’s guidance

Two months after the World Cup overseen by Rudi Garcia, Raskin reunited with the Red Devils under the new manager, Dutchman Mark van Bommel. The Rangers player appreciates the modern playing philosophy, focused on pressing and counter‑pressing.

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He knows that competition in midfield is fierce, with the return of Roméo Lavia and Mandela Keïta. The Red Devils will face Italy, France and Turkey in their first four Nations League matches, which will require varied profiles.

Raskin highlighted the many discussions he had with van Bommel during the transfer window. “He made me understand that I must do what’s best for my career, he trusts me,” he added.

Belgium begins its campaign in Rome this Friday, then will face France on September 28, Turkey on October 2, and meet the Blues again at the Stade de France on October 5.

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The 25‑year‑old wants to prove his worth in training and hopes to earn playing time in the upcoming transfer window.