Daniel Johnson transfer warning as Rangers told to up the ante in hunt for Preston midfielder

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Steven Gerrard has admitted it is a priority to strengthen his Ibrox midfield in the coming weeks, with the need increasing after Joe Aribo was ruled out for four to six weeks.Preston’s Johnson is one option director of football Ross Wilson and his scouting network are looking at closely.Reports south of the border had claimed a £2million offer has already been lodged but that has been dismissed by both sides.There have been initial talks but they have yet to reach a level where a deal is even close.The 27-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season but a Deepdale source has told it would take a bid significantly higher than the figure mentioned for them to sell.Preston have several top players out of contract but they are looking.