Celtic can simply look for a new central defender after Christopher Jullien has been offside for four months, while the city’s rivals, the Rangers, can also visit to load new charges as they approach the league title.
Elsewhere in the Premiership, Aberdeen and Hibs have been fighting for 3rd place and we expect the two clubs to do business in the coming weeks.
Hearts Championship leaders are also for new players for championship promotion on the first attempt.
Follow our live blog, as SunSport offers you the latest and gossip about transfers in Scotland.
Outside
Rangers ace Jack Thomson has joined Clyde for the rest of the season.
The Bully Wee announced the deal on their online page this afternoon.
And Thomson’s new boss, Danny Lennon, is pleased to have him on board.
The manager said: “We are very happy to be able to integrate a player of Jack’s caliber into the club. “
“This is the possibility for us to build our dates with the Rangers and we are grateful to them for giving us the opportunity to paint with Jack.
“We saw Jack up close in our Glasgow Cup match and were very impressed.
“You can’t wait to come to Clyde, worry and play games under your belt. I think he’ll go up to our midfield. “
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NEW GUY
LIVINGSTON’s most recent signing, Gavin Reilly, can make his debut this weekend.
The striker joined West Lothian from Carlisle United this week and is awaiting clearance.
But he is expected to be part of the team facing Ross County on Sunday afternoon.
Livi enthusiasts will be ahead of you to see it in action.
WARNING SHOT
NICOLA STURGEON warned the Scottish sports government that “all bets are open” if they strictly respect their Covid-19 privileges.
While the Prime Minister worked hard to point out that she was referring to all sports agencies, not just football, the subtext of her comments gave the impression that it was Celtic’s recent dispute in Dubai.
She said: “The exemptions granted to professional footballers and elite athletes are not just for their advantage.
“Many other people in Scotland love the football team and love watching football.
“So we’re looking to give other people that little entertainment, that little normality.
“So it’s an advantage for you, not just for them. “
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KEEP
CONNOR GOLDSON admits that he has still heard if he will be presented with a new deal with the Rangers.
The defender has been in a wonderful way for the Light Blues this season as they approach the title.
And it would be a great wonder if Steven Gerrard didn’t need to tie Goldson to an extension.
Gers prevention has 18 months left of his existing contract at Ibrox and may leave loose next year.
However, Goldson insists that he and the club will communicate about a new agreement when the time comes.
Speaking earlier in the day, he said, “There’s nothing to say. There’s no news, literally.
“I didn’t hear anything.
“I’m sure we’ll let you know when the time comes. “
THEY’RE ALL SILENT.
DEREK McINNES admits aberdeen is making plans for this month’s new recruits.
The manager is already resigned to the fact that Scott Wright will point out a pre-interview elsewhere.
But he insists there will be no replacements until the summer at least.
Speaking today, McInnes said, “We run the way we are.
“We have a team that evidently finished third in the league halfway through and we need to review right now of the season.
“There’s no coach who doesn’t need to make one or two changes to the team, but we’re not going to do that and we’re going the way we are.
“No player will be in January.
“If progress is made, it could make a difference, but as things stand, we don’t aim to promote anyone in January and stay the way we are.
SETTING GOALS
RANGERS sales leader James Bisgrove believes they can emulate European giants Ajax and Borussia Dortmund.
The Light Blues have recorded losses every year since they resurfaced in declining divisions.
However, they are positive about the benefits the club can bring in the future.
Bisgrove told Off The Pitch that the plan for the club to grow between 10 and 20% year after year and succeed at the point of some big clubs.
He said, “Make no mistake, we still have a long way to go if we want to realize the full publicity of the club. “
“But I think we executed our strategy well and a little faster than we thought.
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OFFER MADE
KAI Kennedy’s transfer to Raith Rovers indicates that Ibrox’s teenage winger signed an extension to rangers.
While he first gave the impression that the player was about to walk away, he has now reached an agreement with Ibrox that will take him until 2023.
Rangers said: “Rangers are very happy to announce a contract extension for young foreign Scots Kai Kennedy.
“The 18-year-old striker was inspired by the first part of this season on loan at Inverness Caledonian Thistle, and is already a smart player at Rangers Academy.
Fro
JOHN HUGHES has signed his moment as head of Ross County while Mohamed Maouche joins the club.
Oldham’s former midfielder joins the Staggies for a deal until the end of the season.
The county showed the news on its online page this afternoon.
And Hughes said: “Mohamed is a player who will feel he has a little point to give and we think he can get in the group.
“He’s got that little touch on him that can cause special moments in games, and we have to make sure that’s what he does here and he does it consistently.
“If you look at some of Mohamed’s performances for Oldham, his tenure there shows that he can play and what he will bring to Ross County.
“The vital component for us is that we have to see his most productive game every time he enters the area and I’m sure he’ll have to make sure of that, too. “
But Maouche won’t have to face Livingston this weekend, as he will first have to isolate himself.
KAI IS OUR BOY
RAITH ROVERS has announced the hiring of Kai Kennedy on loan by the Rangers until the end of the season.
SunSport explained exclusively this week how the 18-year-old is about to sign a new agreement with Ibrox before heading to Raith on loan.
And the championships have now shown the news in one on their website.
He said: “Raith Rovers is very happy to announce the signing of rangers winger Kai Kennedy’s loan.
“The 18-year-old has signed a new contract with SPFL Premiership leaders and will spend the rest of the season for the Rovers in the SPFL Championship.
“Kai has represented Scotland in teams of all ages up to the under-21s and has already experienced championship football, impressive in his loan with Inverness Caledonian Thistle – betting 10 times and scoring a goal for the Highlands in the first part of the current season. “
ON DEMAND
EXETER CITY boss Matt Taylor admits he was surprised to see Celtic connected to Joel Randall.
But he revealed that Parkhead’s team had still made his brain for the extreme young man.
The Hoops and Swansea City have teamed up with the 21-year-old after a series of performances for English League Two rise hunters.
But Taylor hopes to keep the open man at bay, who has already scored eight goals this season.
He said: “For any young player on demand, I think he’s the sensible one on this list.
“But we still haven’t had any touches from the two clubs discussed and I’m as surprised as anyone when I saw a great club like Celtic in the headlines. “
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SAN NEW
ST MIRREN has announced the hiring of Collin Quaner until the end of the season.
The German striker has been a lazy agent since leaving Huddersfield in the summer.
He had spent three and a half years with the English and helped them win promotion to the Premier League in 2017.
St Mirren showed the agreement in a post on its online page this morning.
Speaking of this decision, technician Jim Goodwin said, “Collin is a striker who has played at a high point in Germany with the Berlin union. “
Huddersfield bought it from there and played several games in the English Premier League.
“He’s got a very smart pedigree and we’re excited to see what Collin can bring to the team. “
“He’s eighty-three inches tall, he’s a great athlete with a wonderful rhythm replacement.
“He’s been with the Schalke for a few months and he’s taking care of himself.
“We’re very lucky to have him. “
OFFER MADE
HIBS has announced the hiring of Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Macey.
The 26-year-old will now face Ofir Marciano and Kevin Dabrowski until the end of the season.
The Easter Road Club showed the deal for Macey on its online page this morning.
And speaking of his play, the goalkeeper said: “I’m excited to start.
“I spoke to the manager and Craig Samson but, to be honest, my resolution was already made.
“I am grateful for each and every pleasure I have had at Arsenal, but I need to play first-team football.
“I know I probably wouldn’t be here, so it’s up to me to show what I can do in education and start from there.
“No one wants to tell me what a great Hibernian club is in a competitive league.
“I can’t wait to get started. “
THE RETURN
GARY MACKAY-STEVEN is expected to undergo a medical examination with Hearts before signing an agreement, according to reports.
Former Celtic and Aberdeen star has spent the 18 months in the United States in New York.
However, according to Sky Sports, he is expected to undergo a medical examination with the Jambos today.
He is also said to have had talks with the Dons to return to Aberdeen.
But, according to reports, the winger will move to Tynecastle instead.
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CORAZON A CORAZON
STEVEN GERRARD insists that Rangers will talk to Allan McGregor to communicate their long term when the time is right.
Veteran Light Blues goalkeeper is out of contract at the end of the season.
And while he hasn’t given any indication of his goal of retiring, some enthusiasts are concerned that he will.
McGregor turns 39 at the end of this month and has spent most of his career at Ibrox for two terms.
And Gers chief Gerrard insists they’ll soon talk about the goalkeeper’s long career.
He said: “All contractual discussions will be personal between the players and the club once they are operational.
“At the right time, we’re going to talk to Allan McGregor and see what he needs to do for his own future. “
Gerrard admits that he will also remain Leon Balogun at Ibrox beyond the end of his current contract this summer.
He said, “Leon Balogun, we have to support ourselves, too. “
PUT OUT OF USE
STEVEN GERRARD showed that Scott Arfield suffered an ankle ligament injury, while Kemar Roofe also faced time on the bench.
Rangers star Arfield missed last week’s win over Celtic and could be out for the rest of the month.
However, there is good news for the Light Blues, as Ryan Jack could return to action next week.
Speaking this morning, Gerrard said: “Scott Arfield has an ankle ligament injury, so it’s pretty important, he’s making good progress but he’s out in the short term.
“Ryan Jack has had some back sessions at the checkout and will be back with the full-educated team next week.
“Kemar Roofe would probably not be with us this weekend and would possibly miss some games.
“Jordan Jones has a calf challenge and will be back next week.
“George Edmundson went to see a specialist because he has a hip area.
“(Nikola) Katic is also making good progress every week. “
‘DON’T GET IT’
DEAN WINDASS admits that any chance of John Lundstram signing up for Rangers is not for him.
The Light Blues connected strongly with Sheffield United player last summer.
And Blades boss Chris Wilder recently admitted that Lundstram didn’t have to renew his contract with the club.
However, speaking to Football Fancast, Windass insists that he does not perceive why an Ibrox movement would occur.
He said, “This is not for me. I can’t feel it. I can’t feel it at all.
‘I’m not rude, other people probably said I’m a bad player, that’s just my opinion.
“But I don’t understand.
‘I don’t understand why he doesn’t stay, maybe he thinks he’s bigger than Sheffield United.
“Do you need more money? Maybe they just think it’s limited value. “
DIFFICULT TIME
KILMARNOCK faces a complicated January as several players are out of play for injuries.
Speaking this morning, Alex Dyer updates the fitness of Gary Dicker and Ross Millen.
He said: “It’s a hard blow for us to have Dicker deficient, he’s going to be failing for at least two or three weeks.
“Ross Millen is the same, the same duration or a little longer.
“Zeno (Ibsen Rossi) has 3 to 4 weeks.
“And the Calum (Waters) will come in and out of training.
“I want to tell you that you have to keep studying and move on until you have the operation.
“He’s got a hernia that hurts.
“But you have to keep working, keep having compatibility in case I want you to play.
“And when it’s time for your operation, I hope you can do it and come in a few weeks.
“Everybody’s fine, it’s okay. “
Not yet
HIBS star Kevin Nisbet insists he pays no attention to the move hypothesis because the clubs are left.
SunSport explained how Sunderland asked Easter Road bosses for an evaluation of the striker.
Although we tell you that English Premier League wrestlers, Sheffield United, were excited.
However, although Nisbet admits that he is flattered by interest, he focuses only on his paintings in Hibs.
In statements to the BBC, he said: “I’ve had it in the last two seasons and I don’t make much deal.
“When the window opens and a striker marks, points and behaves well, there will be interest.
“It’s flattering, but I don’t know anything. “
CALL WRIGHT?
By Alan Potts
SCOTT WRIGHT is expected to leave Aberdeen loose after rejecting a new deal.
Boss Derek McInnes insists that the club’s leaders have done everything they can to get Wright, 23, to dedicate his long career to the club, but his attempts seem doomed to failure.
He said: “Scott’s going to check something different, maybe in the south.
“From our point of view, we need Scott to stay, but he just needs to keep his functions open right now.
“We’ve done everything we can to convince Scott to stay, but now we’re four months away and we have no more advantage.
“We have not succeeded in an agreement.
“Scott and his agent indicated that they were looking to take a look at the features and were not in a position to participate. “
The news is a blow to McInnes, who has made Wright an integral part of his plans this season.
The academy graduate, now on the loose to signal a pre-match with the club, has scored two goals in 16 appearances.
While Wright seems about to leave Pittodrie, Greg Leigh has agreed to extend his stay.
The 26-year-old defence signed a short-term contract in October after being released through Dutch club NAC Breda.
Leigh impressed in the loan season and made 23 appearances before a stress fracture in his tibia interrupted his time.
But after Breda’s own, he returned to the northeast and presented this crusade eight times.
McInnes was willing to reach an agreement over the multi-purpose limit while aiming for a European place.
In a statement, the Dons said, “Greg has terminated his contract and will remain at the club until the end of this season. “
Lost
By Derek McGregor
Dundee UNITED boss Micky Mellon insists he sought to stay like Paul McMullan, who lost him to Dundee.
Monetary restrictions on Tannadice prevented Mellon from giving him a deal before the Wednesday deadline set by the player.
When that happened, McMullan signed a pre-contract agreement to enroll in the Dark Blues next season.
But McMullan, 24, could still make the replacement this month if the clubs make a commitment.
Mellon, whose players agreed to pay cuts until the end of the season, said: “It all happened very quickly.
“The situation, as everyone at Dundee United knows, means we’re not in a position to sign a contract for Paul McMullan until the minute. “
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YOU PLAYING AGAIN, SAM?
JOHN HUGHES bring Sam Foley to Ross County as his time to sign, according to reports.
Staggies’ new boss already has Tony Andreu in Dingwall this month.
But according to the Daily Record, it’s already a loan for st Mirren ace.
Foley would prefer a longer-term deal if he left The Paisley this month.
It remains to be seen whether Hughes, despite everything, will be able to catch his man.
But in the meantime, the manager will continue to push for the survival of his Ross County team.
MOUS TRAP
MOUSSA DEMBELE has rejected a move to West Ham, according to reports.
David Moyes watches former Celtic star to upgrade Hammers ace Sebastien Haller.
And that may be just bad news for the Hoops, who may be at a disadvantage of a huge 10% that promotes payment, unless it reaches a money exchange agreement elsewhere.
As West Ham prepares to pocket about 25 million pounds for Haller, Moyes needs a new leader to ease Michail Antonio’s burden.
But score ratio, the boss will have to go back to the drawing table.
Dembélé, 25, is said to be making plans to move to Atletico Madrid after Spanish table decorators did an investigation.
EDDY HEIGHTS
Exclusive through Derek McGregor
FRANK McAVENNIE is losing sleep with Odsonne Edouard turning agents as new conversations over a movement for the Celtic star loom.
SunSport explained earlier this week how French is now represented through Stellar Group, arguably the largest firm in the world.
Edward’s resolve to move to Stellar turns out to be an apparent strategy for having wonderful movement characteristics this summer.
But the Legend of the Hoops, McAvennie, believes that the way the striker can fulfill his wish is to get back to his way on the field.
Macca said: “I don’t care if Edward replaced the agents now.
“The only smart thing is that to get around you have to produce in the park. “
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PAIN IN THE NIC
HIBS boss Jack Ross has asked Nicola Sturgeon to avoid using our game as a scapegoat after criticizing Celtic in Dubai.
He expressed frustration at the fact that Scottish football was selected amid new strict restrictions.
The prime minister called for an investigation into the Hoops’ winter camp, suggesting that the photographs showed violations of Covid’s protocols.
But the SFA has no plans to take a look at, which postponed the Hibs scale at Celtic Park until Monday, as it complied with government guidelines.
And Ross thinks football is back in the line of fire.
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BENK LOAN
EX-Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is in a position to allow Leicester defender Filip Benkovic to return to Parkhead.
Neil Lennon will point to a new central defender after Christopher Jullien has been away for the next four months.
SunSport understands that the Hoops have drawn up a list of assignments with club resources describing Benkovic as “a possibility. “
So far, the club has NOT approached the Foxes about a imaginable deal.
However, Rodgers is ahead of Croatian to locate another club this month after his loan was interrupted in Cardiff.
And the technician said he’d be more than satisfied if 23-year-old Benkovic chose to return to Celtic.
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