The Rumour Mill: Thursday’s football news and transfer gossip

Aluko to sign for Rangers

Winger Sone Aluko is expected to put pen-to-paper to a six-month deal with Ally McCoist’s side

today after a deal was struck with Aberdeen.

It is understood the 22-year-old, who turned down a move to Watford, will have the option of a two-year

extension should he impress during his initial spell. (Record)

Kingston a target for McCoist

Ally McCoist is reportedly keen on landing striker Jerry Bengtson who currently plies his

trade for Honduran side Montagua.

The 24-year-old would cost around £2.5m and could become Nikica Jelavic’s replacement should

the Czech be sold to Leicester. (Sun)

Rangers lead race for in-demand youngster

The Ibrox club are reportedly the front runners to land highly-rated Dundee United youngster Scott Allan

after the 20-year-old rejected a new deal.

It is understood Allan, who is being watched by Celtic and West Bromwich Albion, would be available for around £450K in January. (Mail)

Lennon supports Strachan mentor move

Celtic manager Neil Lennon has confirmed that he would support former boss Gordon Strachan returning

to Parkhead in an advisory capacity.

After last night’s 2 - 1 win over Dunfermline, Lennon also confirmed that an approach had been made

for the former Middlesbrough boss two months ago but personal terms could not be agreed. (Scotsman)

Fenlon in line to take over Hibs

Hibs have been told by Irish side Bohemians that they can speak to manager Pat Fenlon about taking on

the vacant Easter Road hot seat.

Fenlon was linked to Dundee United in 2010 however a deal over compensation could not be struck. It

is understood that the 42-year-old now has a clause in his contract which stipulates that no

compensation should be paid should he leave the club.

• Former boss Colin Calderwood is in talks with Birmingham which could see him become Chris Houghton’s

assistant at St Andrew’s (Scotsman)

Celtic seal Lustig deal

Rosenborg defender Mikael Lustig will move to Parkhead in January after the 24-year-old signed

a pre-contract agreement. (Scotsman)

St Mirren boss extends deal

Danny Lennon has set his sights on a top six finish for his Paisley side after agreeing a new contract which will

see him remain at St Mirren Park until 2014. (Scotsman)

Lennon annoyed by supporters’ reaction

Celtic boss Neil Lennon criticised a section of the Parkhead club’s home support who rounded on his

players near the end of their 2 - 1 victory over Dunfermline.

Lennon became embroiled in a exchange with a fan as his side struggled to put the game

beyond the Pars’ reach. (Sun)

IN BRIEF

• Rangers have settled a dispute with a legal firm over an alleged debt, believed to be less than £3,000, out of court.

• Dundee United have completed the signing of Sligo midfielder Richie Ryan with the 24-year-old midfielder

set to join the Tayside club in January