Cyriel Dessers Rangers to AEK Athens transfer latest
The Scottish Sun says that AEK Athens are pushing hard to finalise a deal with Rangers for the 30-year-old.
The Nigerian international has agreed personal terms on a three-year contract.
However, AEK have yet to settle on a fee with the Ibrox club for the frontman's services.
It's said that Rangers' new American ownership want £5m for Dessers, with AEK currently only offering £4m.
Dessers could join AEK on their pre-season training camp in the Netherlands this week if an agreement is struck.
New Rangers boss Russell Martin is already believed to be looking at replacements.
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