Where's Raskin's Consistency?

There are two separate debates wrapped up here: whether Ferguson would be a step down and whether Raskin has ever shown his true level for Rangers. The latter is the one that nags most — lots of praise, occasional flashes, but not the night-in, night-out dominance many expect from a supposed elite midfielder.

Don't write Ferguson off

First up, saying Ferguson would be a step down feels premature. People jump to conclusions fast. Context matters. Different managers bring different qualities. You can't simply slot one in and judge without seeing how they shape the team.

Has Raskin been affected by wanting to leave?

On Raskin, the point about a player wanting to move is valid. If reports are true and his head is elsewhere, that can affect decision-making, timing, even willingness to commit to the nitty-gritty moments. Add the early injuries he suffered after arriving and you have a mix that might stop a player settling and hitting peak form consistently.

Flashes versus consistency

We all remember games where Raskin looks tidy, comfortable on the ball, and capable of stepping the tempo up. But the question is how often that happens across a full season. For me, the tally of genuinely standout performances isn't high enough. Fans talk up his Belgium displays and he clearly has quality, yet at Ibrox that level has felt intermittent rather than constant.

What it means for the squad

Truth is, I wouldn't be distraught to see changes. If the club bring in the midfield targets being talked about and a few who aren't pulling up their weight move on, our engine room could be stronger. I'm not dismissing Raskin entirely — just saying we haven't necessarily seen the best of him in royal blue, and the squad might benefit from fresh, more consistent options.

As a Rangers fan, I'd rather be honest about what we've actually witnessed on the pitch than hide behind reputation. That's all.

Written by Thestigno1: 27 July 2026