SPFL set to fail in final reconstruction bid, Celtic star reveals rejected contract offer, Kilmarnock involved in trio of transfers - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill

Friday’s Scottish football news and gossip

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Reconstruction bid to fail for final time

The SPFL’s bid to encourage clubs into accepting league reconstruction in order to save three clubs – Hearts, Partick Thistle and Stranraer – from premature relegation looks set to be scuppered for the final time with several Championship sides ready to reject the proposal. (Daily Record)

Gordon message to Celtic

Craig Gordon has told Celtic they’ll need to improve their offer of a new contract if they want the veteran keeper to stick around at Parkhead. The former Scotland regular also confirmed an offer has been received from St Mirren. (Scottish Sun)

Forrest eager for family feud

Ever since Alan Forrest made his first team debut for Ayr United back in 2013, he and big brother James have eagerly anticipated the prospect of facing each other on the pitch. Thanks to 23-year-old Alan’s summer move to Livingston, it will finally become a reality next season when the West Lothian club lock horns again with Celtic in the Premiership. (The Scotsman)

Brown on fitness

Celtic captain Scott Brown was happy to discover that three months without football had not had a major impact on his fitness as the champions returned to training following the coronavirus suspension. (The Scotsman)

Murrayfield could host Hearts and Hibs in one weekend

SRU chief executive Mark Dodson says talks over hosting Hibernian and Hearts matches at BT Murrayfield are still at an early stage but he is confident that the pitch could withstand two games in a weekend. (The Scotsman)

Ex-Hibs player for top job

Former Hibs captain Grant Brebner has been appointed interim head coach of Australian top-flight club Melbourne Victory. (The Scotsman)

McGowan offered Staggies deal

Ross County have made a contract offer to former Hamilton Accies defender Aaron McGowan as the Staggies look to beat Kilmarnock to his signature. (Daily Record)

Tait high on wanted list

Kilmarnock have placed versatile defender Richard Tait high on their wanted list after his release from Motherwell. (Scottish Sun)

Fox to pick Motherwell

Scott Fox is set to sign for Motherwell after the former Ross County and Partick Thistle goalkeeper opted in favour of the Fir Park club amid interest from Kilmarnock. (Daily Record)