Celtic linked with Rangers target, Leeds and Gers battle for starlet, Hearts and Hibs latest - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill

The latest Scottish football news, transfer rumours, and gossip...

Neil Lennon is looking at additions to his squad despite the ongoing uncertainty over football's return as a result of the coronavirus pandemic

Celtic linked with Gers target Hladky

Celtic are understood to be monitoring St Mirren ‘keeper Vaclav Hladky, while rivals Rangers are also keen on adding the Czech No.1 to their squad. Wes Foderingham and Jak Alnwick have both left Ibrox and Gers boss Steven Gerrard is understood to be keen on adding an experienced goalkeeper to his ranks. However, Celtic are also keen while Sunderland and Houston Dynamo are also keeping tabs on the 29-year-old. (Sunday Post)

Leeds and Rangers fight it out over teen

Rangers have had a bid for Ross County starlet James Graham accepted but are still struggling to agree personal terms – which could offer Leeds United a backdoor into the transfer deal, according to reports. Both clubs are keen on the 16-year-old, who had trial spells with Liverpool and Manchester United last year. (Leeds Live)

Griff: Dubai break was just what I needed

Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths has said the club's winter training break in Dubai was the perfect tonic for him as he sought to get back on track after two spells on the sidelines. The Scotland forward said: "If I hadn’t gone away and worked hard in Dubai, and showed the manager I wanted to be here and force my way into the side, it could have been a whole different story." (The Scotsman)

Hearts to take part in Scottish Championship talks

Hearts will be involved in discussions about mothballing the 2020/21 Scottish Championship season, with the ten clubs from that division due to meet today to discuss how they can commence the campaign. (Evening News)

Ross: I would miss derby

Hibs boss Jack Ross admits he will miss the Edinburgh derbies next season if Ann Budge’s reconstruction proposals fail to save Hearts from the drop. “I've only had experience of two of them as a manager, one good one, one bad one, but they are terrific occasions,” the 43-year-old said. “I think when fixture lists come out it's the games that whoever has the broadcast rights want to show, and most people around the country are interested in that fixture.” (Evening News)

Stendel: I can do better

Daniel Stendel is convinced he can do a better job if Hearts secure a relegation reprieve and he gets a second chance in the Scottish Premiership. The German manager's future remains in the balance but he said: "I like this club, I like the people, I like the supporters. It's a great experience for me. I am a little bit unhappy about our situation but I am convinced we can do it better. I hope we have a chance to play in the Premiership next year." (Evening News)

Ex-players in Celtic coach frame

Celtic coaches Darren O’Dea and Stephen McManus are understood to be the main contenders for the vacant role of first-team coach that will be created by the departure of Damien Duff. The former Chelsea and Fulham winger will leave at the end of next month after landing the role of assistant manager to Stephen Kenny in the Republic of Ireland set-up. (The Scotsman)

Staggies chief open to league reconstruction

Ross County chairman Roy MacGregor says he is now “open” to league reconstruction as Hearts owner Ann Budge prepares to take her place among Championship clubs in a video conference meeting today. (The Scotsman)

Ayr chief: I’d rather a 20-team Championship than 14-team top flight

Ayr United chairman Lachlan Cameron has made his case for a 20-team Scottish Championship as he voiced his opposition to a proposed 14-team top flight. (Sky Sports)