Lewis Ferguson, the 27-year-old midfielder, has clarified that he was never close to leaving Bologna this summer despite interest from his boyhood club, Rangers. Ferguson, who was released by Rangers at the age of 14, expressed his aspirations of returning to Ibrox at some point in his career.

Since joining Bologna in 2022, via Hamilton Academical and Aberdeen, Ferguson has made significant contributions, including captaining the team to their first Coppa Italia title in over 50 years in 2025. However, his playing time diminished last season, as he made only 17 league starts under manager Vincenzo Italiano.

Reflecting on the rumors linking him to Rangers, Ferguson stated:

I had a long think after the World Cup about my future and I was a little bit unsure but nothing was ever that close.

• He noted the arrival of new managers, including Domenico Tedesco and Raffaele Palladino, saying, "When I went back for pre-season, it was like a fresh start."
• He concluded, "I’ve loved every moment that I’ve had there. It was just about continuing that journey and seeing where it takes me."

Ferguson's commitment to Bologna remains steadfast, as he continues to navigate his career while keeping the dream of a Rangers return alive.