Source: Team_Talk
Novo remains in love with Gers
The Spanish forward has been with the club since 2004 but has fallen down the pecking order after a season blighted by injuries.
He came off the substitutes' bench to score a spectacular winner in Saturday's Scottish Cup final against Falkirk and has now set his sights on a long future with Walter Smith's side.
The 30-year-old's contract expires next summer and there has been reported interest from clubs across the continent, including Deportivo La Coruna.
However, Novo admits it would break his heart to ever leave Rangers and he is keen to stay and play a more important role.
"I don't know how it will feel when it's my time to leave. I feel so much for this club I would die for it. It's as simple as that. And I'm not just saying that - I actually mean it," Novo told the Daily Record.
"Some people might say things like that just to sound good but I'm straightforward. I never want to leave this place. The fans are the best in the world and I just love playing for them. If I got my way then I would retire here. I never want to be anywhere else.
"Yes, sometimes it's hard for me when I'm not playing many games but I am the kind of person who never gives up. I want to prove to the manager that I should be playing."
Novo is convinced he still has a lot to offer Rangers but accepts that it could be difficult for him to become a permanent fixture in the team again.
"This year has not been the best for me. I have not played so much and I got injured at a bad time. I have found it hard and, if I'm honest, that worries me a little bit. I worry that it might be the same next season," he explained.
"I know if I get a regular chance I'll score goals for this club. I've proved that and I want to prove it again.
"I understand it's going to be another fight for me next year but I'm happy with that. It's good for players to know they can take nothing for granted - they have to go out there and earn it."
