Rumour Mill: Tony Watt to Hearts? | Siri '˜trolls' Rangers | Trio on Celtic radar

Tony Watt: On his way to Hearts? Picture: Getty Images

Hoops close in on Sinclair as defensive duo linked

CELTIC boss Brendan Rodgers is hopeful of tying up a deal for Scott Sinclair before the European transfer deadline at midnight tomorrow.

And Blackburn Rovers defender Shane Duffy and Dutch stopper Jerry St Juste are also on Celtic’s radar as Rodgers looks to strengthen his team.

Rodgers said: “Ideally, we would want to try to at least have one more in by the deadline. I want it now - but it doesn’t always work out that way.”

Villa are reportedly holding out for £6 million for Sinclair. (Various)

Hearts linked with Watt loan

HEARTS are hopeful of bringing former Celtic striker Tony Watt to Tynecastle on a loan deal, after Charlton Athletic gave the 22-year-old the green light to return north of the Border.

Watt, who has had spells at Standard Liege, Cardiff and Blackburn since leaving Celtic, is understood to want to be closer to his family in Scotland.

Hearts could face competition from Rotherham United however, who are also keen on the striker. (The Scotsman)

Siri ‘trolls’ Rangers fans with age of club

APPLE’s personal assistant Siri has managed to anger Rangers fans - by stating that the club was founded in December 2012 and not March 1872.

When Siri is asked ‘When were Rangers formed?’ it replies ‘The answer is Wednesday, December 19, 2012’.

The reponse appears to be based on results from the Wolfram Alpha search engine, and appears to refer to the initial public offering on the stock exchange. (BBC)

McDonald set for shock Motherwell exit

SCOTT McDonald could be set to leave Motherwell - barely a fortnight after signing on for another season at Fir Park.

The Australian hitman is believed to be holding talks with Sydney FC despite extending his Motherwell deal two weeks ago after a proposed move to Hibs had collapsed. (Daily Mail)

Ibrox duo extend contracts

RANGERS goalkeeper Wes Foderingham and defender Rob Kiernan agreed one-year contract extensions on Tuesday before the 2-0 win over Annan Athletic.

And it is understood the Ibrox outfit are also hopeful right-back James Tavernier and last season’s top scorer Martyn Waghorn will both follow suit as talks on fresh deals continue. (The Scotsman)

McGovern joins Canaries

NORWICH have signed Northern Ireland goalkeeper Michael McGovern on a three-year deal.

McGovern, 32, whose contract at Scottish Premiership side Hamilton Academical expired earlier this summer, will link up again with former Accies boss Alex Neil after joining on a free transfer. (The Scotsman)

Dodoo seals Rangers move

RANGERS yesterday confirmed the signing of Joe Dodoo on a four-year deal from Leicester City.

The 21-year-old winger, who can also play as a central striker, chose to join Rangers despite a new offer on the table from the English Premier League champions. (The Scotsman)

NEWS IN BRIEF

• Tyler Blackett, who had a loan spell with Celtic last season, looks likely to exit Manchester United along with Guillermo Varela, Morgan Schneiderlin and Will Keane

• Hibernian Ladies have signed Rachael Small from Aberdeen - who also happens to be fiance of Hibernian winger Martin Boyle

• Hearts are running the rule over three trialists including Marcel Appiah as Robbie Neilson looks to strengthen his defensive options

Rumour Mill: Tony Watt to Hearts? | Siri '˜trolls' Rangers | Trio on Celtic radar | McDonald to quit '˜Well