Conflicting reports around Celtic's signing of Steven Fletcher, Hibs eye moves for two Rangers stars, duo set to leave Hearts for England's League One, Gerrard on Morelos interest - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill

Thursday’s Scottish football news and gossip
Steven Fletcher in action for Scotland. Picture: SNSSteven Fletcher in action for Scotland. Picture: SNS
Steven Fletcher in action for Scotland. Picture: SNS

Celtic set to sign Fletcher – or maybe not

Celtic are set to complete a deal for Scotland striker Steven Fletcher after his exit from Sheffield Wednesday earlier this summer. (Daily Record)

- Celtic are not about to complete a deal for Steven Fletcher, despite reports to the contrary. However, he remains in Neil Lennon’s thoughts as he looks to add another forward. (Scottish Sun)

Gerrard has ‘no issue’ with playing Morelos

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Steven Gerrard says he has “no issues” with using Alfredo Morelos in Rangers’ Europa League meeting with Bayer Leverkusen in Germany. Morelos has been linked strongly with French side Lille. (The Scotsman)

Ross wants Ibrox star

Hibs are hoping to sign Ross McCrorie from Rangers. Manager Jack Ross wishes to add to his squad and is looking to negotiate either a permanent or loan move for the 22-year-old. Hibs also retain interest in bringing McCrorie’s team-mate Greg Docherty back to Easter Road. (Daily Record)

Two set to leave Hearts

Conor Washington could be about to follow Sean Clare out the door at Tynecastle, with both players poised to swap the Scottish Championship for a fresh start in England’s League One. (The Scotsman)

Kamberi nears exit

Florian Kamberi is on the cusp of completing his switch from Hibs to St Gallen. The striker and his representatives were due to fly out to Switzerland on Wednesday evening and are expected to complete the formalities of the deal on Thursday morning. (Evening News)

Aberdeen game still on

Aberdeen’s trip to St Johnstone is still set to go ahead as scheduled despite the Granite City being placed in lockdown. With players tested twice-weekly, assuming all results remain negative, they will be allowed to travel to Perth for the fixture. (Scottish Sun)

One in, one out at Dundee

Dundee confirmed Kane Hemmings had left the club yesterday before promptly announcing former Watford striker Alex Jakubiak’s arrival as a replacement. (The Scotsman)

Betfred Cup group draw

SPFL sides will discover their opponents for the Betfred Cup group stage this coming Monday. The tournament had its dates shifted due to the coronavirus pandemic. (Evening News)

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