Old Firm manager would prefer closed-doors ending to season, Rangers talisman may be dropped for Leverkusen clash, stern warning amid coronavirus outbreak - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill

Stendel perplexed

Hearts manager Daniel Stendel struggled to explain his players' lack of fight after the 1-0 defeat at St Mirren. Relegation fears increased in Paisley as Jon Obika's early second-half strike left the Edinburgh club four points behind at the bottom of the Premiership. (The Scotsman)

Gerrard might drop Morelos

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard. Picture: SNS | Other 3rd Party

Steven Gerrard is considering
leaving Rangers’ Europa League talisman Alfredo Morelos out of his starting line-up for the first leg of the last-16 tie against Bayer Leverkusen at Ibrox tonight. (The Scotsman)

Gerrard would prefer closed-door finish

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard says he would prefer games are played behind closed doors in order to finish the season rather than cancel fixtures. (Scottish Sun)

Leverkusen coach calls for postponement

Bayer Leverkusen manager Peter Bosz has called for the Europa League to be put on hold until the coronavirus panic passes after claiming the competition is being devalued by closed-door clashes. (The Scotsman)

No SPFL cash handouts

Clubs have been warned not to expect extra cash handouts from the Scottish Professional Football League if they are forced to play games behind closed doors because of the coronavirus. (The Scotsman)

Hibs miss Newell

Jack Ross is frustrated at the length of time Joe Newell has been out of action, admitting Hibs have missed the midfielder’s delivery from set pieces. (Evening News)

Turnbull thanks Motherwell

David Turnbull says he felt he owed it to Motherwell to sign a new contract after thanking the club for standing by him during his eight-month 
injury nightmare. (The Scotsman)