Scottish football. It is never simple, is it. It has only taken one weekend of action until the next controversy.to rock the game. On Thursday it emerged two Aberdeen players had tested positive for Covid-19 and that eight were required to self-isolate, therefore missing the next three games.
However, there was a fresh twist with the news that Saturday’s fixture with St Johnstone was postponed, sending a warning shot that things can change quickly and that the virus remains a serious threat.
Scroll down and click through for all the latest from around the SPFL, including the latest transfer news.
. ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 01: A general view of the empty stands during the Scottish Premiership match between Aberdeen and Rangers at Pittodrie on August 01, 2020, in Aberdeen, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
All the latest from around the SPFL. Picture: SNS Photo: SNS Group - Craig Williamson
. Bates moves to Belgium
Former Rangers centre-back David Bates has moved to Belgium. The Scotland international has joined top-flight club Cercle Brugge on loan from Hamburg. The 23-year-old has fallen out of favour with his parent club and played just once on loan at Sheffield Wednesday last season due to injury. Photo: SNS Group Alan Harvey
. Dons games to go ahead amidst confusion
Aberdeen’s midweek clash with Hamilton Accies remains on. Conflicting reports emerged after the Scottish Government had posted an update on the website stating the game was off. The SPFL, however, have confirmed it will go ahead following the postponement of the St Johnstone game. (Various) Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
1. Bates moves to Belgium
Former Rangers centre-back David Bates has moved to Belgium. The Scotland international has joined top-flight club Cercle Brugge on loan from Hamburg. The 23-year-old has fallen out of favour with his parent club and played just once on loan at Sheffield Wednesday last season due to injury. Photo: SNS Group Alan Harvey
2. Dons games to go ahead amidst confusion
Aberdeen’s midweek clash with Hamilton Accies remains on. Conflicting reports emerged after the Scottish Government had posted an update on the website stating the game was off. The SPFL, however, have confirmed it will go ahead following the postponement of the St Johnstone game. (Various) Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
3. Celtic tipped to sign international
James McCarthy is the latest player to be linked with a move to Celtic. The Ireland international is currently with Premier League side Crystal Palace but rumours have once again emerged of a move to Parkhead. Ex-Aberdeen striker Noel Wheland thinks he “fits the bill” for Neil Lennon. (Football Insider) Photo: Pool
4. Striker nears Parkhead move
Albian Ajeti is in advanced talks with Celtic as his £5.5million loan-to-buy deal from West Ham nears completion. Neil Lennon is in the market for a striker with discussions having taken place with the Swiss international and free agent Steven Fletcher. (Football Insider) Photo: Catherine Ivill