Derek McInnes has been linked with a move to Rangers since Pedro Caixinha was sacked in October.
Aberdeen have refused Rangers permission to talk to manager Derek McInnes.
The Dons released a statement saying the club have been contacted by Rangers over the availability of McInnes.
The Pittodrie club released a short 27-word statement saying the approach had been declined.
It is believed the Dons are asking Rangers to pay £800,000 up front before they grant permission.
The statement read: “Aberdeen Football Club has announced this evening that Rangers have contacted the club asking for permission to speak to Derek McInnes and that permission has been refused.”
Aberdeen refuse Rangers permission to talk to Dons manager Derek McInnes
