Rangers end interest in Salim Kerkar

Rangers have ended their attempts to sign French-Algerian winger Salim Kerkar.

The player impressed Rangers manager Walter Smith during a lengthy trial spell and the Scottish champions tried to sign him under the impression he was a free agent.

However, French third division club Guegnon are seeking compensation for Kerkar, who left them in the summer.

Smith told www.rangersfc.co.uk: "Unfortunately for the lad we can't get a decision from FIFA in terms of compensation.

"Guegnon have released him but they are still claiming compensation.

"So, while this situation remains the same, we won't be taking him."