Thelo Aasgaard reveals Rangers transfer exit reason as Anderlecht loan star admits time ‘had come’

The Norway World Cup star is on loan in Brussels until the end of the season with the Belgian club holding an option to buy

By Ross Pilcher · Daily Record

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 1:36 PM

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Thelo Aasgaard revealed he left Rangers because he needed a career change and desired a different style of play.
Aasgaard joined Belgian side Anderlecht on a season-long loan deal with a reported £6 million option to buy.
The 24-year-old Norwegian midfielder had traveled with Derek McInnes' squad before making a quick exit to complete the move.

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Thelo Aasgaard has revealed he left Rangers for Anderlecht because he felt he needed a change of scene and a new turn in his career. The 24-year-old Norwegian international joined the Belgian club on a season-long loan deal near the end of the summer transfer window after spending just one season at Ibrox.

Aasgaard explained that Anderlecht's size, style of play, and the opportunity to showcase his technical ability in another country influenced his choice. The loan agreement reportedly contains an option for Anderlecht to purchase the midfielder permanently for around £6 million.

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Thelo Aasgaard reveals Rangers transfer exit reason as Anderlecht loan star admits time ‘had come’

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