Rangers contract offer for defender as English side makes move…

Rangers had better get rising star David Bates’ new deal signed ASAP after reports emerged this morning that Chris Coleman’s Sunderland are interested in a cut-price deal for the 22-year old whose contract expires this summer.

The young defender has recently starred for the side, impressing to MOTM levels against both Aberdeen and Celtic, enough in fact to suggest he could be a first-team regular over the coming years if such form continues.

But evidently this has attracted the attention of other sides, and Coleman’s Championship outfit are keen to get back to the Premier League as soon as possible.

The stopper was signed from Raith Rovers after being an initial loan, an 18 month contract being the terms, and while he struggled a little early on, he has bloomed under Graeme Murty and talks regarding a new deal are said to have been under discussion.

Murty has confirmed fellow stopper Danny Wilson and attacker Josh Windass are being considered for new deals as well, which forces the suggestion other players are too – with Bates being a free this summer, Rangers will likely be keen to get him wrapped up long term especially given the likelihood of Bruno Alves’ departure to Benevento.