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Calvin Bassey Rangers transfer exit made 'perfect sense' as defender explains Ibrox astonishment

Calvin Bassey says his move to Ajax was a transfer too good to turn down as he banks Rangers a hefty financial package.

The Nigerian international has moved to the Eredivisie champions for a fee in excess of £20 million, with Rangers describing it as the largest in their history. Bassey played a key role in the Ibrox reaching May's Europa League final but insists moving to Holland two years after leaving Leicester City's academy is the right next step with Champions League football in mind.

He said: "As a kid you always dream about playing for the biggest clubs in the world, playing in the Champions League and winning things. That's what Ajax is about. They play in the Champions League and they win trophies. They have got a history. The players who have come in and out of this club who have gone on to be amazing players and careers at Ajax or elsewhere just show that something is right here.

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