Rangers winger Djeidi Gassama has emerged as a reported target for French Ligue 1 side Monaco, but the Ibrox club are understood to have no intention of letting the 22-year-old leave this month.
Reports in France claim the UEFA Champions League contenders, currently on course to reach the playoff stages, have explored a deal to take the wide man on loan with an obligation to buy.
However, according to French outlet Foot Mercato, that approach has been knocked back, with Rangers said to be “counting on the player” as they push for domestic success in the Scottish Premiership and Cup.
Gassama’s situation underlines Rangers priorities in this window. While there has been movement around the fringes of the squad and continued speculation over outgoing deals, key first-team options are not being sacrificed mid-season, particularly not those who offer pace, unpredictability and direct threat in wide areas.
The former Sheffield Wednesday winger has experienced a dip in form in recent weeks, but his quality was on full display again on Sunday, when he produced a superb curling strike against Dundee in a 3-0 home win.
That goal served as a timely reminder of the individual moments he can provide, especially in tight games where creativity from the flanks can be decisive.
Danny Rohl is believed to be a firm admirer. Gassama was brought in during the summer in a cut-price deal from Rohl’s former side, Sheffield Wednesday, following the Owls financial issues, and the Rangers head coach sees him as a player who still has significant development ahead.
At 22, he fits the club’s model of acquiring high-upside talent with room to grow rather than finished products.
Interest from Monaco, Villarreal and Club Brugge reflects that potential. But Rangers stance appears clear: January is not the time to cash in.
The title race remains finely poised, and removing an explosive option from the attacking rotation would run counter to the club’s short-term ambitions.
Instead, recruitment focus lies elsewhere. Rangers are prioritising the addition of a centre-forward, with a bid for Hansa Rostock striker Ryan Naderi widely reported, alongside the search for an experienced number six to add control and authority in midfield.
Those are seen as structural needs, whereas wide attacking depth is already considered adequate, particularly after the acquisition of long-term target Andreas Skov Olsen from Wolfsburg on loan.
Gassama’s continued presence also aligns with Rohl’s familiarity. Rangers have been linked with further players previously managed by the German coach in England, including full-backs Yan Valery and Max Lowe – but no offers have been made at the present moment.