EX-RANGERS star Derek Ferguson says he would sell Alfredo Morelos for just £6million.
Speaking on
Open Goal’s 2018/19 season review, the former
Light Blues midfielder delivered a brutally honest assessment of El Buffalo’s season.
He raved about the striker’s talents before claiming the Gers idol “got carried away” with his sensational form.
Ferguson said: “I’m delighted that [Jermain] Defoe’s come in and he’s played exceptionally well.
He [Morelos] is on the bench at the minute and he won’t be liking that because every footballer wants to play.
“I think he got carried away, thinking it was all about him. It’s not about you – it’s about the squad, it’s about the team.
It [Morelos’ indiscipline] could’ve cost Rangers.”
Ferguson says Morelos’ five red cards – including one that was rescinded – shouldn’t have been taken into account by those voting for the end-of-season awards.
He added: “On footballing ability, he should be [selected]. I wouldn’t take discipline into account.
“But he’s not a good role model. If the kids are going to the games, the way he’s carrying on, it’s not a good look.
“I think if they get maybe even £6million or £7m, I would snap you’re hand off for that.
I see a quote this morning saying he wants to play in a more competitive league…but he’s not won the league
“I don’t know where he gets that from.”
Ferguson – who remains Rangers’ youngest ever player – reckons the Colombian could even find life tough if he moves to an English Championship club.
Discussing Morelos with ex-Gers striker Kevin Kyle, he said: “He might struggle.
“I would take the £6m or £7m – it’s just my opinion.
“Steven Gerrard and Gary McAllister will have their eyes on other players, there are other players out there.
“They’ve been better without him, Kev.”