Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo has sent a farewell message to Scottish Premiership club, Glasgow Rangers.
Aribo is expected to move to Premier League club, Southampton after passing his medical on Friday.
Aribo had earlier refused to sign a contract extension at the Gers with a year left on his contract, fuelling rumours of an impending switch.
The former Charlton Athletic player enjoyed a successful spell at Ibrox winning the Scottish Premiership and the Scottish Cup.
He also claimed a runners up medal in the UEFA Europa League, losing 2-1 to Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt in the final last season.
The 25 year old took to Twitter to bid Rangers farewell.
“Thank you @RangersFC,” he Tweeted with a note attached.
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“It’s been an amazing journey being part of this special club. I hold@rangersfc very close to my heart as they gave me the opportunity to showcase my talent on a bigger stage. Playing at Ibrox was a dream & I’m glad I got to experience it. I’m glad I was able to play a part in the historic 55 league winning season. I’d like to thank everyone associated with this great club for all you’ve done for me during my time here,you’ve always made me feel welcome & I’ve had your full support. I’ve developed into an even better player, credit to the supporters who have always had my back and stayed patient during the tough times. We created a lot of memories together, memories that I will carry with.e throughout the rest of my career. I wish the club nothing but the best for the future& I’ll always be checking in Joe Aribo.”
Aribo scored nine goals and recorded 10 assists from 57 games in all competitions for Rangers last season.
Rangers finished second in the Scottish Premiership last season with 89 points from 38 games.
Toju Sote
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LMFAO!!!
NA WA O…
WE are about to lose a BROTHER to another LOW BUDGET CLUB…
SMH…..
All in the NAME of I am PLAYING in the PREMIER LEAGUE
And you think playing for Rangers is better?
BRO YOU and I know that RANGERS is a REGULAR FACE in EUROPEAN COMPETITIONS..
They are SCOTISH LEAGUE TITLE CONTENDERS anytime, anyday..
They are the SECOND BIGGEST CLUB in SCOTLAND after CELTIC..
And HE wants to leave them to come to a VISIONLESS, AMBITIONLESS and BOTTOMLESS CLUB that OBVIOUSLY are never a MID TABLE TEAM and will be BATTLING for RELIGATION next SEASON???
Rangers are always in Europe almost every season. Southampton are a struggling Premier league club always fighting relegation but don’t get relegated. This is what different persons are saying on this platform. Everyone has right to express their opinions.
Now, if you happen to be Aribo who plays football for a reason and that reason is for daily bread, I have a question to ask here, would you keep on playing for Rangers cos they always play European football alongside low wages or you make a move to Southampton where you are guaranteed a wilder ground for exposure for all to see and to cap it all, an increase in wages?
Well, if am Aribo, I will surely jump into the Southampton boat and take a cruise on the EPL.
Here in Warri, there is a popular saying which we normally tell ourselves: “at all at all na e bad pass” or “one plus one na two”. “From this expression, it clearly shows that Aribo’s move to England is a welcome development. All is now left for him to prove himself before the watching world as he stares for the Saints. As a Nigerian, I can pray and wish he takes his game to the next level where one among the top 6 or other big European clubsides will come calling but only time will tell.