Former Glasgow Rangers manager Alex McLeish has claimed that Joe Aribo could now leave Ibrox this summer.
The Lowdown: Mass exodus?
Giovanni van Bronckhorst's team could be looking at a mass exodus this summer, given the number of players running down their contract.
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The likes of Ryan Kent and Calvin Bassey have also been linked with moves to the Premier League, which could spell trouble for the Dutch coach in terms of trying to keep his squad together.
The Latest: Aribo claim
Speaking to Football Insider, McLeish, who also contributes for Sky Sports, has claimed that 'it's a worry' for the Gers when the English top flight come calling for their key players, and believes that Aribo could be another one that could be tempted by the switch:
“It’s a worry, isn’t it?
“The lure of the Premier League is very real. The main example of that is Steven Gerrard leaving Rangers to go to Aston Villa.
“It’s the strongest and richest league in the world.
“These Premier League clubs are like birds of prey circling. If they can’t land their targets in the Spanish or Italian leagues, they know there are always bargains to be had in Scotland.
“Rangers are one of the biggest clubs in the world. However, the ambition of most players means they will almost always choose to move to England.
“Aribo will be no different.”
The Verdict: Tricky position
The Teddy Bears will certainly find themselves in a tricky position if big offers start to come in from the Premier League.
Aribo himself has been linked with a move to Crystal Palace, among other clubs in the division, and the Light Blues will not want to let everyone go in one window.
Thus, they need to be demanding high transfer fees for all of these stars, and only sell if the price is right.
Nonetheless, they will be hoping that their hands will not be tied by the players themselves, in case they try and force their way out of the club.
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