Hamza Igamane to Lille could be OFF as Rangers ‘stand firm' on megabucks transfer fee
MONEY TALKS Hamza Igamane to Lille could be OFF as Rangers 'stand firm' on megabucks transfer fee
LILLE have backed down in their pursuit of Rangers star Hamza Igamane, after being put off by the Ibrox club's asking price.
The Ligue 1 side made a serious push to sign the Light Blues forward this week, going as far as agreeing personal terms.
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Hamza Igamane celebrating his goal against Celtic from back in March
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Gers bought the Moroccan for £1.7million last summer but were demanding a transfer fee in the region of £15million for the 22-year-old.
The player himself was reported to be keen on exploring the move after talks were held with his agent but Lille weren't willing to match Rangers' evaluation.
According to the Daily Record, the French outfit have now switched their focus to other targets on their summer wishlist until such a point as Gers reduce his price tag.
It's understood that is unlikely however, with the Light Blues comfortable that they won't be pressured into rushing into a sale.
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Reports claim the Ibrox club have received NO official bid from Lille, suggesting the Mastiffs were indeed put off by the hefty fee.
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