When Calvin Bassey’s Rangers transfer decision is expected as Aston Villa draw up left-back shortlist

In-demand Calvin Bassey looks set to make a decision on his Rangers future after returning from international duty.

Bassey is attracting interest from across Europe after an impressive end to the campaign at Ibrox.

He played a pivotal role in Rangers ' Scottish Cup victory and run to the Europa League Final, and the club appear unlikely to accept any less than £25million for the defender.

Former boss Steven Gerrard looks to be keen on a reunion with Bassey at Aston Villa as they try to recruit a new left-back.

The 22-year-old has rounded off the campaign on international duty with Nigeria, ending the season with a 10-0 AFCON qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe.

Bassey will now weigh up his future before returning for pre-season with Gerrard keen to tempt the full-back to the English Premier League.

However, The Birmingham Mail note that a £25m fee could price out Aston Villa with the club weighing up other options.

Scotland cap Aaron Hickey is believed to be a cheaper alternative, with Bologna reportedly hoping for £18million to take the former Hearts defender away from Serie A this summer.

Stuttgart defender Borna Sosa is also on the wish list as the club look to find someone to compete for the left-back role with Lucas Digne next season.

However, Bassey appears to be the number one target for Villa this summer.