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RANGERS boss Mark Warburton has admitted defeat in his bid to secure the signature of John Eustace.

The midfielder has been a target for Warburton since he took charge at Ibrox , but he has now confirmed that he won't be signing due to family issues.

The former Derby captain had been training at Murray Park and was believed to be close to signing on the dotted line on a number of occasions but is now dealing with a family illness and won't be signing.

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Warburton said: “John has a domestic situation now his focus has to be on that.”

One player looking set to stay on at Ibrox is Gedion Zelalem, with Warburton revealing the Light Blues are close to agreeing a deal with Arsenal to extend his loan spell.

The Rangers gaffer said: “We have a great relationship with Arsenal and we’re close to securing him.”