As per allnigeriasoccer.com, it appears Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst may have been dealt a big potential blow in his hopes of keeping star midfielder Joe Aribo.

The Lowdown: Clock ticking...

The Nigeria international enters the final year of his contract this summer with still no sign of an Ibrox extension.

This has lead to reports that he could be sold this year if an agreement isn't found soon, especially since the Gers run the risk of losing Aribo for nothing in 2023.

The 25-year-old has been a key player at Ibrox this season with a major update now coming to light on his future.

The Latest: Aribo makes it clear...

According to the Nigerian outlet, Aribo has now 'made it clear' behind the scenes that he is not interested in prolonging his stay in Glasgow and will not sign an extension.

Because of this, Rangers could slash his £10 million asking price in half and entertain offers of around £5m, with the SPFL champions under some pressure to sell due to his contract.

Premier League sides are also lying in wait with Crystal Palace, Watford, Brentford, Southampton and Aston Villa all keen.

The Verdict: Huge blow for Gers...

Pundit Paddy Kenny, speaking to Football Insider at the end of last year, claimed it would be a 'huge blow for Rangers' if the player does want to leave - and it now appears that has come to fruition according to this report.

Going by his form, the ex-Premier League shot stopper isn't wrong either, with Aribo averaging the second-highest amount of completed dribbles per 90 for the Gers this season (WhoScored).

He's also managed the third-highest rate of goals and assists combined in the SPFL for Rangers this season (six goals, four assists), and it's safe to van Bronckhorst potentially losing him in the summer comes as a major worry.

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