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Report: Gerrard to offer Rangers chance to make £6m profit on 2018 signing in January

Aston Villa will attempt to lure Rangers left-back Borna Barisic away from Ibrox with an £8 million bid in January, .

Steven Gerrard has now taken charge of his first game with the Villans. And it proved to be a successful occasion, with Ollie Watkins and Tyrone Mings scoring late on to hand them a 2-0 win over Brighton.

Gerrard wants new left-back at Aston Villa

Nevertheless, Gerrard is already eyeing changes to his squad as the January transfer window looms.

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Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images

that Gerrard has instructed those behind the scenes to target a left-back in the wake of the victory.

goes a step further. They claim that an £8 million bid for Barisic is set to be made.

It is reported that the Englishman is reluctant to take players from his old club. However, it appears that an exception could be made for Barisic.

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Photo by Jeroen Meuwsen Fotografie/BSR Agency/Getty Images

The Mirror notes that the Croatia international cost the Gers £2 million. So the Light Blues would make a healthy profit on the 29-year-old should he leave.

Rangers should not shut door on selling Barisic

Rangers fans may be divided about the prospect of Barisic leaving. For some, a move to Villa Park would be difficult to stomach with plenty unhappy over Gerrard’s departure.

It must also be noted that Barisic has arguably been worth a lot more at various stages during his time at Ibrox.

You can certainly imagine Gerrard scoffing in a press conference after being asked about the idea of his left-back leaving for £8 million.

But he has not been at his best this term. And if he has any interest in going, Rangers may perhaps be wise to get around the table and discuss a fee.