The games involving Scottish sides keep coming thick and fast, especially for Celtic and Aberdeen. Both sides are in European action this week, as are Motherwell ahead of the sixth fixture card of the Premiership. Sticking with the continental involvement, it is important all three take care of business in their one-legged ties to keep boosting Scotland’s coefficient.
The performances of Celtic and Rangers these past two seasons has seen Scotland race up the European table. Now consistency is the key. With games not taking place until Wednesday then Thursday, Tuesday is likely to be dominated by transfer news.
Scroll down and click through for a round-up of all the latest from around the SPFL.
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Tuesday's Scottish football news and transfer gossip round-up. Picture: SNS Photo: SNS Group Bill Murray
. Souttar agony
Hearts star John Souttar is facing another lengthy spell on the sidelines. The centre-back suffered a relapse in his recovery from a ruptured Achilles and will undergo an operation on Wednesday. (Evening News) Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
. Jones should depart Ibrox
Out of favour Rangers winger Jordan Jones has been told he should leave the club for regular football. New Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough revealed Steven Gerrard has told the player he can depart if the right opportunity comes up. (Daily Record) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
1. Souttar agony
Hearts star John Souttar is facing another lengthy spell on the sidelines. The centre-back suffered a relapse in his recovery from a ruptured Achilles and will undergo an operation on Wednesday. (Evening News) Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
2. Jones should depart Ibrox
Out of favour Rangers winger Jordan Jones has been told he should leave the club for regular football. New Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough revealed Steven Gerrard has told the player he can depart if the right opportunity comes up. (Daily Record) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
3. Celtic in Duffy boost
Celtic have been boosted in their pursuit of Shane Duffy. The Brighton centre-back is a key target for Neil Lennon as he looks to bolster his backline. West Ham have been heavily linked with the player but Hammers boss David Moyes has suggested a deal is unlikely with a lack of budget to work with. (Various) Photo: Steve Bardens
4. Hickey to Celtic?
Celtic could spring a surprise and win the race to sign Aaron Hickey. The teenage defender has been heavily linked with Bayern Munich and Serie A side Bologna. Hickey joined Hearts from Celtic who have retained a sell-on clause for any deal. (Daily Telegraph) Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group