Rangers star's transfer exit 'off' as suitors speak out

The Rangers defender had been on the verge of joining the Greek side and was expected to travel for a medical ahead of signing a three-year contract.

According to the Scottish Sun, the deal hit a major snag at the final stage of negotiations and is currently off.

Souttar, 29, has one year remaining on his Rangers contract and appeared destined to leave Ibrox before talks took an unexpected turn.

Per the report, the Scotland international is understood to want his Rangers contract paid up before committing to the move. However, Rangers are unwilling to offer any financial package to facilitate an exit, leaving negotiations at a standstill.

That has cast doubt over the transfer, with Souttar now facing the prospect of remaining at Ibrox if a compromise cannot be reached. An Aris spokesperson said: “While we had found everything, the footballer has financial issues with Rangers.

“After negotiations, they did not find an agreement in the end, so everything indicates that he will remain with the Scottish team.

“At the same time, a final effort is being made to overturn the facts.”

Souttar has been linked with several potential destinations in recent months, including a reunion with former Rangers manager Russell Martin at Leicester City and a move to MLS.

There have also been reports of interest from Hearts, where Souttar began his professional career before moving to Ibrox. Earlier this week, Rangers boss Derek McInnes acknowledged the defender could still leave before the remaining transfer windows close.

He said: “I think he still can play a part, but the likelihood is that John has been told that his long-term future would be best served elsewhere.

“He still has good opportunities to move.”