Rangers look set to miss out on the signing of Real Betis defender Nobel Mendy, according to reports.
The Light Blues had expressed an interest in the 6ft 2ins centre-back as Russell Martin looks to beef up his defensive options.
But Gers faced serious interest for his signature from La Liga side Rayo Vallecano and possible Champions League playoff rivals Club Brugge.
And according to DAZN journalist Fran Campos Vázquez, Mendy is poised to remain in Spain by joining Rayo Vallecano.
He wrote on X: "Everything is headed toward @RayoVallecano. At #RealBetis, it's taken for granted, pending a definitive closure."
Frenchman Mendy, 20, has only registered a handful of appearances for the Real Betis in both La Liga and the Europa Conference League. Article continues below
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