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Gers will have to wait for Jelavic

04 Aug 2010 - 13:51:38

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Rapid Vienna will wait until at least Thursday before deciding whether to sell striker Nikica Jelavic to Rangers.

The player is keen to move to Ibrox and Walter Smith is believed to have made an offer of £2million for the 24-year-old Croatia international but the Austrian outfit are believed to be holding out for at least £3million.

Everton are also interested in Jelavic, but a Rapid spokesman told BBC Scotland: "There will be no outcome today as our sporting director will not be back until tomorrow (Thursday).

"This will be discussed at a board meeting tomorrow morning."

Meanwhile, Jelavic made his thoughts about the matter clear after Tuesday's easy victory against Beroe, saying: "I am very happy because I scored two goals to help Rapid eliminate Zagora. However, at the same time I am ready to take on a new challenge.

"I'm keeping my fingers crossed the move materialises. I have always dreamed of playing in Britain and this is my big chance.

"I hope Rapid will grant me this favour in return for my goals and my endless fight for the club."