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John Souttar Transfer from Rangers to Aris
Greek Super League side Aris Thessaloniki attempted to make a deal for John Souttar, but the Scotland international refused.
Greek Super League side Aris Thessaloniki attempted to make a deal for John Souttar, but the Scotland international refused.
Aris wanted to sign John Souttar before the end of the Greek transfer window, but did not complete a deal.
Aris wanted to sign John Souttar before the end of the Greek transfer window, but did not complete a deal.
According to Scottish media, discussions between John Souttar and Rangers regarding a transfer to Aris are ongoing, with the issue for the 29-year-old central defender remaining open. Economic negotiations occurred between the two sides, and a release agreement included a compensation amount reduced by about 20%-25% compared to what the player was set to receive in the upcoming season. The website 'rangersnews.uk' reports that the player's annual earnings are 500,000 euros. An agreement had been reached between the two sides, but Rangers subsequently became unwilling to pay more than 50% of the amount. This resulted in John Souttar cancelling his flight to Thessaloniki and the transfer being cancelled.
According to Scottish media, discussions between John Souttar and Rangers regarding a transfer to Aris are ongoing, with the issue for the 29-year-old central defender remaining open. Economic negotiations occurred between the two sides, and a release agreement included a compensation amount reduced by about 20%-25% compared to what the player was set to receive in the upcoming season. The website 'rangersnews.uk' reports that the player's annual earnings are 500,000 euros. An agreement had been reached between the two sides, but Rangers subsequently became unwilling to pay more than 50% of the amount. This resulted in John Souttar cancelling his flight to Thessaloniki and the transfer being cancelled.
John Souttar remains an option for Aris while he continues discussions with Rangers about concluding his association with the club. A potential loan agreement has also been considered in the discussions, which could be a solution for both parties and help resolve the situation.
John Souttar remains an option for Aris while he continues discussions with Rangers about concluding his association with the club. A potential loan agreement has also been considered in the discussions, which could be a solution for both parties and help resolve the situation.
After John Souttar requested that Rangers pay out the final year of his contract and that request was denied, the deal was close to collapsing. However, Football FanCast sources understand that following a late change, an agreement is now close to void the rest of Souttar's contract and permit him to join Aris Thessaloniki. The move could be completed within the next 24 hours, before the window in Greece closes at 10pm on Tuesday.
After John Souttar requested that Rangers pay out the final year of his contract and that request was denied, the deal was close to collapsing. However, Football FanCast sources understand that following a late change, an agreement is now close to void the rest of Souttar's contract and permit him to join Aris Thessaloniki. The move could be completed within the next 24 hours, before the window in Greece closes at 10pm on Tuesday.
Sport FM reports that the transfer of John Souttar has not been abandoned by Aris. The situation is ongoing, but its development does not depend solely on the Greek team, as the Scottish central defender must first settle his compensation issue with Rangers.
Sport FM reports that the transfer of John Souttar has not been abandoned by Aris. The situation is ongoing, but its development does not depend solely on the Greek team, as the Scottish central defender must first settle his compensation issue with Rangers.
According to ibroxnews, Rangers stopped John Souttar's transfer to Aris because the player requested a six-figure sum as an immediate payment from the club's management. The same report states that Souttar signed a one-year contract extension with an option for another year last February. The transfer is now stalled, as Rangers have informed both Souttar and Aris that he will not be paid the full owed amount before his contract ends next summer. Souttar must now find a solution with Aris before the deadline day in Greece. It is reported that Rangers coach Derek McInnes does not have confidence in Souttar and has excluded him from his plans since the start of pre-season.
According to ibroxnews, Rangers stopped John Souttar's transfer to Aris because the player requested a six-figure sum as an immediate payment from the club's management. The same report states that Souttar signed a one-year contract extension with an option for another year last February. The transfer is now stalled, as Rangers have informed both Souttar and Aris that he will not be paid the full owed amount before his contract ends next summer. Souttar must now find a solution with Aris before the deadline day in Greece. It is reported that Rangers coach Derek McInnes does not have confidence in Souttar and has excluded him from his plans since the start of pre-season.
John Souttar's proposed move to Aris Thessaloniki is currently off after a late problem derailed the transfer, according to a report. The Rangers defender had been close to 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 encountered a significant problem at the final stage of negotiations and is currently off. Souttar is understood to want his Rangers contract paid in full before committing to the move. Rangers are unwilling to offer any financial package to facilitate an exit, leaving negotiations stalled. An Aris spokesperson said that while they had arranged everything, the footballer has financial issues with Rangers. The spokesperson stated that after negotiations, they did not reach an agreement, so everything indicates that he will remain with the Scottish team, but that a final effort is being made to change the situation.
John Souttar's proposed move to Aris Thessaloniki is currently off after a late problem derailed the transfer, according to a report. The Rangers defender had been close to 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 encountered a significant problem at the final stage of negotiations and is currently off. Souttar is understood to want his Rangers contract paid in full before committing to the move. Rangers are unwilling to offer any financial package to facilitate an exit, leaving negotiations stalled. An Aris spokesperson said that while they had arranged everything, the footballer has financial issues with Rangers. The spokesperson stated that after negotiations, they did not reach an agreement, so everything indicates that he will remain with the Scottish team, but that a final effort is being made to change the situation.
John Souttar is expected to arrive in Thessaloniki over the weekend to complete his move to Aris. The agreement with Rangers is for a contract until 2029. Following his arrival at 'Macedonia' airport, John Souttar will undergo the required medical and ergometric examinations. If these are completed successfully, the contract signing and the official transfer announcement by Aris will follow.
John Souttar is expected to arrive in Thessaloniki over the weekend to complete his move to Aris. The agreement with Rangers is for a contract until 2029. Following his arrival at 'Macedonia' airport, John Souttar will undergo the required medical and ergometric examinations. If these are completed successfully, the contract signing and the official transfer announcement by Aris will follow.
John Souttar's transfer to Aris is at risk due to financial outstanding issues between the player and Rangers. Aris and John Souttar had an agreement for a three-year contract, with both parties having essentially agreed on the basic terms of their cooperation. Information from PAE Aris indicates that complications arose concerning financial outstanding issues between John Souttar and Rangers. Souttar did not reach an agreement with the Glasgow club to resolve these matters, which resulted in the deal being stopped. Aris is making a final effort to resolve the problem and complete the agreement, but it is most probable that Souttar will remain at Rangers if a solution to the financial issues is not found soon.
John Souttar's transfer to Aris is at risk due to financial outstanding issues between the player and Rangers. Aris and John Souttar had an agreement for a three-year contract, with both parties having essentially agreed on the basic terms of their cooperation. Information from PAE Aris indicates that complications arose concerning financial outstanding issues between John Souttar and Rangers. Souttar did not reach an agreement with the Glasgow club to resolve these matters, which resulted in the deal being stopped. Aris is making a final effort to resolve the problem and complete the agreement, but it is most probable that Souttar will remain at Rangers if a solution to the financial issues is not found soon.
Aris is expecting John Souttar in Thessaloniki, and the central defender's transfer is being discussed in the Scottish media. The transfer is a main topic among Rangers fans' forums, and former Rangers interim coach Barry Ferguson commented on the decision, expressing surprise at the club's choice. While the exact date of John Souttar's arrival in Thessaloniki has not been confirmed, his arrival is considered likely for Sunday (13/9) to complete formalities and undergo medical and fitness examinations.
Aris is expecting John Souttar in Thessaloniki, and the central defender's transfer is being discussed in the Scottish media. The transfer is a main topic among Rangers fans' forums, and former Rangers interim coach Barry Ferguson commented on the decision, expressing surprise at the club's choice. While the exact date of John Souttar's arrival in Thessaloniki has not been confirmed, his arrival is considered likely for Sunday (13/9) to complete formalities and undergo medical and fitness examinations.
John Souttar was instructed to find a new club at the start of pre-season. An agreement has been reached by Aris to sign Souttar, and the centre-back is expected to be in Greece shortly. Souttar only recently signed a one-year contract extension at Rangers.
John Souttar was instructed to find a new club at the start of pre-season. An agreement has been reached by Aris to sign Souttar, and the centre-back is expected to be in Greece shortly. Souttar only recently signed a one-year contract extension at Rangers.
Aris Thessaloniki, a Greek club, is attempting to sign John Souttar, and the two parties are working to finalize a deal before the Greek transfer window closes. Derek McInnes confirmed that one or two clubs are interested in John Souttar, adding that one of those clubs may have a more advanced interest. According to McInnes, he spoke with the player in the morning, and the player trained. McInnes also mentioned that while the situation could progress, he does not believe it has reached a significant stage, and that a development might occur within the next two or three days.
Aris Thessaloniki, a Greek club, is attempting to sign John Souttar, and the two parties are working to finalize a deal before the Greek transfer window closes. Derek McInnes confirmed that one or two clubs are interested in John Souttar, adding that one of those clubs may have a more advanced interest. According to McInnes, he spoke with the player in the morning, and the player trained. McInnes also mentioned that while the situation could progress, he does not believe it has reached a significant stage, and that a development might occur within the next two or three days.
Aris has reached a full agreement with Rangers for the acquisition of John Souttar. The Scottish international central defender is expected to arrive in Thessaloniki soon for medical examinations and to sign a three-year contract. Souttar, who joined Rangers in July 2022, has earned 24 caps and scored 2 goals for his country.
Read Full StoryAris has reached a full agreement with Rangers for the acquisition of John Souttar. The Scottish international central defender is expected to arrive in Thessaloniki soon for medical examinations and to sign a three-year contract. Souttar, who joined Rangers in July 2022, has earned 24 caps and scored 2 goals for his country.
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