Naismith close to exit
17 Jul 2007 - 13:28:54
Kilmarnock manager Jim Jefferies has given up hope of persuading highly-rated striker Steven Naismith to remain at Rugby Park.
Rangers, who have already had four bids rejected for the 20-year-old, remain favourites to finally clinch Naismith's signature before the start of the season.
Jefferies told the Daily Express: "I've resigned myself to the fact Stevie is going.
"Whether it takes a few days or a few weeks we don't know. If Rangers do agree on a fee then I think he would go there.
"I would be very happy to have him here for next season but we can't hold the boy back."
