During Gerrard’s time as Rangers manager, Bassey was signed from Leicester City.
Following his strong displays for Rangers in the 2021/22 season, the Nigerian international has been linked with a move to Aston Villa.
Rangers lost in the UEFA Europa League final against Bundesliga team Eintracht Frankfurt, and the 22-year-old garnered a lot of praise for his outstanding performance.
Bassey is “open to talk to Villa,” according to Sky Sports. While scouts were reportedly present to see the defender when Rangers won the Scottish Cup against Hearts last weekend, Gerrard’s side are looking to “pursue a deal soon” to stave off competition.
Bassey should join Aston Villa, says Agbonlahor.
Gabriel Agbonlahor, an Aston Villa hero, wants Calvin Bassey to return to the club and work under Steven Gerrard.
After a fantastic season with Rangers, Bassey has been linked with a move to the Premier League.
Watford also released Etebo after a loan spell.
Gerrard signed the Nigerian international from Leicester City for Rangers in 2020.
After his outstanding performance in Rangers’ UEFA Europa League defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt, the 22-year-old grabbed the headlines.
A few days later, the defender put forth another strong effort in the Scottish Cup final victory over Hearts.
“I don’t think he will, to be honest,” Agbonlahor said when asked if Bassey will sign a new Rangers contract.
“The issue with Rangers and Celtic is that they cannot pay the money that Premier League teams can.” Goldson is trying to relocate for financial reasons.
“What can the Rangers provide Bassey?” That is the problem. He could probably earn twice as much at Aston Villa.
“To be honest, I’m sure he’d be nervous to sign a new contract and see what’s out there for him.”
“There will be clubs out there for him 100 percent of the time.” He’s quick and calm on the ball, as well as strong and good in the air.++++
“To be honest, I’m surprised Leicester let him go. That’s very strange.”
Bassey has a contract with the Rangers until 2024.
