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Rangers icon attracts transfer 'interest' from Ligue 1 duo as player assesses options on life after Ibrox Club icon is reportedly ‘open’ to a move Former Rangers captain James Tavernier has two new potential suitors in French sides Paris FC and OGC Nice. The 34-year old right back - who has also been the subject of interest from MLS side Charlotte - left Ibrox at the end of last season upon the expiration of his contract. He made over 500 appearances in his 11 long years at the club, helping the side to a Scottish Premiership title, Scottish Cup and Scottish League Cup title. The former Newcastle United and Wigan Athletic man was awarded the captaincy at Rangers in 2018 and has now handed the baton to new striker Lawrence Shankland. After bidding an emotional Govan farewell, the defender is ready for his next challenge. Tavernier ‘open’ to Ligue 1 move According to prominent transfer journalist Ben Jacobs, the former Gers skipper is ‘open’ to a move across the Channel amid interest. He said via X: “Understand Paris FC and Nice are showing interest in James Tavernier. Player open to Ligue 1.” Up and coming French outfit Paris have former Italy international Ciro Immobile on their books, as well as goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, who was Eintracht Frankfurt’s hero in the 2022 Europa League final against Rangers. His other option Nice narrowly escaped relegation to Ligue 2 last season. Charlotte remain interested in Tavernier as manager Dean Smith has been a long-term admirer since he mentored Aston Villa. Former Rangers midfielder Scott Arfield spent the 2023-24 season with the North Carolina-based club in the twilight years of his career. James Tavernier’s message to fans after Ibrox exit Upon leaving Rangers in May, Tavernier bid a heartwarming farewell. He told the club: “To the fans, my teammates and all the staff at the club. After a lot of thought, I've made the decision that this will be my final season at the club. This hasn't been an easy decision. This club has been a huge part of my life and my family's over the past 11 years. “It's given me so much, both on and off the pitch and from the moment I arrived, I've always tried to give everything I had to represent it in the right way. To have had the honour of being made captain of this club since 2018 is something I will always be incredibly proud of. Leading this team out, wearing the armband and being trusted in that role has meant more to me than I can properly put into words.”