It’s changeover day as an epic international break lives on in the memory and attention turns to the domestic scene with the Premier Sports Cup semi-finals set for the weekend and plenty more to chew over in Scottish football.
Rangers are still to confirm their new manager following the departure of Steven Gerrard, and the talk on Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s return to Ibrox has yet to dissipate.
Across the Glasgow, their Old Firm rivals are gearing up for the annual meeting before their match with St Johnstone on Saturday gives Ange Postecoglou a first trip to Hampden.
Here’s a look at what’s making the headlines and discussions this morning.
Across the Glasgow, their Old Firm rivals are gearing up for the annual meeting before their match with St Johnstone on Saturday gives Ange Postecoglou a first trip to Hampden.
5. Loan mooted
Celtic's Liam Shaw is expected to be made available for a Parkhead exit in Januray, alongside fellow recruit from Sheffield Wednesday Osaze Urhoghide. Either or both could head out on loan (Sheffield Star)
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6. Henrique for Hoops?
Celtic are believed to be keen on Gremio midfielder Fernando Henrique - who would cost in the region of £3.5m - according to reports in Brazil (Daily Record)
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7. Atletico interest
Atletico Madrid have joined the growing list of Nathan Patterson's admirers. The Rangers right-back is already being courted by Everton and other English Premier League sides but now the La Liga giants are said to be keen, according to Spanish transfer talk (Fichajes)
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8. Not over yet
Steven Davis will not rush into any decision over his international future. The British caps record holder is weighing up his options after his country held Italy to a scoreless draw in their final World Cup qualifier this week. (Glasgow Times)
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