The Premier Sports Cup kicked off the competitive return to action in the SPFL - but clubs are still wheeling and dealing.
Philippe Clement and Rangers have been very active in the market to date with the new signings joining the pre-season trip to the Netherlands as they start bonding with their new club mates. They've also got minutes in the legs with the Belgian looking to do more business. However, he has admitted that they will have to shift on players first in order to fund the spend.
On the other side of the city, rivals Celtic are finally poised to land a replacement for Joe Hart in the shape of veteran keeper Kasper Schmeichel. He is set to be unveiled as the Hoops' new No1. Talks to sign Adam Idah and Paulo Bernardo on permanent deals continue, while Brendan Rodgers has allowed Oh to depart with his switch to Genk now officially a done deal.
Hearts are set to bank £1million for left-back Alex Cochrane as he gets set to depart the capital. Aberdeen meanwhile got their season off the ground with a convincing League Cup win at Queen of the South - but Bojan Miovski was conspicuous by his absence.
The Euros come to an end tonight and the mega transfers down south will start to heat up. Manchester United have just announced Joshua Zirkzee with Erik ten Hag set to bring further reinforcements to Old Trafford.
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Kelleher not giving up Liverpool fight
Caoimhin Kelleher insists he’s not giving up the fight to be Liverpool’s No.1 .
The 25-year-old keeper has played understudy to Allison at the Anfield club and was linked with a move to Celtic in a bid to get first-team football.
That desire was echoed by new Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson with the Cork goalie at a real crossroads in his career.
Kelleher made 26 first-team appearances for the Reds last season, lifting the Caraboa Cup along the way, and is eager to build on that in the upcoming campaign – but his Brazilian team-mate is likely to retake the gloves at Pool.
I had a lot of games last season, which was really good. So just looking to do the same really and keep the same level of performance as well. It’s been such a long time now since I came over when I was 16. Time flies, I’ve enjoyed every minute here, to be fair.
I want to keep on that upward trajectory. It’s been really enjoyable, I’m looking to push on. The sessions are intense and the gaffer’s pushes us, which is always good. It has been really enjoyable so far.
Paulo Bernardo latest
Celtic's hopes of landing Paulo Bernardo on a permaennt deal have reportedly been boosted.
Portuguese outlet Ojogo claim that the midfielder has now 'left' Benfica's training camp as negotiations with the Hoops continue.
Brendan Rodgers' side are hopeful of agreeing a fee with the Lisbon giants for a player who impressed in his loan spell in the east end of Glasgow last season.
United want Ukrainian star
Manchester United are reportedly planning a swoop for Girona star Viktor Tsygankov.
According to AS, Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag has already spoken to the winger to inform him that he will play a key role at Old Trafford next season.
United are yet to make an official offer for the 26-year-old but are said to be willing to activate the release clause in the player's existing contract of €30m (£25m).
AZ set to land Zoet
AZ Alkmaar are set to sign a new goalkeeper.
Jeroen Zoet has landed in Amsterdam from Pisa reports transfer guru Fabrizio Romano with a deal ready to be complete.
He says the Spezia stopper will put pen to paper on a three-year deal.
A medical is scheduled to take place tomorrow.
Sambi-Lokonga to Sevilla announced on 'MONDAY'
Albert Sambi-Lokonga's transfer from Arsenal to Sevilla will be announced on MONDAY.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reports the transfer will go through in the next 24 hours.
The La Liga side will reportedly cover his salary with a €12m buy option in the deal.
'All the best'
Lewis Ferguson paid tribue to Joshua Zirkzee after his move to Manchester United.
The Scotland international - who plys his trade at Bologna - was teammates with the striker as they booked a crack at Champions League football next season for the Serie A side.
His form captured the eye of the EPL giants as he gets set to begin his new challenge.
Former Aberdeen star Ferguson admits he will miss his good pal in a social media goodbye.
Gonna miss my big mate!! All the best it was a pleasure.
Gyokeres to Napoli a no-go
Napoli will not make a move for Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres.
The 26-year old is also said to be of interest to Arsenal and has an £86m release clause in his contract.
With talisman Victor Osimhen’s expected to leave Napoli this summer, Gyokeres has been touted as a potential target, but the club's sporting director Giovanni Manna says a deal for the Swedish forward is "impossible."
Romelu Lukaku and Artem Dovbyk of Girona are also said to be on Napoli's radar ahead of Antonio Conte's first season in charge of the Serie A side.
Forest 'in talks' over Nikola Milenkovic swoop
Nottingham Forest have made a move for Nikola Milenkovic.
Sky Sports report that the EPL side are in talks with Fiorentina over the defender.
The Serbia international plays centre-back but can also operate at right-back.
Talks over a deal remain ongoing states the same report.
Eagles eye up Edwards
Crystal Palace are considering makig an offer for Sporting winger Marcus Edwards.
Sky Sports report that the ex Tottenham youngster is on a list of targets to replace Michael Olise, who joined Bayern for £51million.
Should Edwards leave the Portuguese club, Spurs will be entitled to a large percentage of the transfer fee having included a sell on clause when they sold him to Sporting.
Edwards, 25 -who scored six times in 44 matches last season - is understood to be open to a return to the Premier League.
Joshua Zirkzee speaks as Man Utd player for first time
Joshua Zirkzee has spoken as a Manchester United player for the first time.
The hitman has penned a five-year deal until 2029 at Old Trafford with the club holding a clause to extend that by one further season.
The Netherlands international opened up to the official club website about his move to England from Serie A.
Having had discussions with the manager and the leaders of the club I know how exciting the future is going to be here and I cannot wait to play my part in achieving success for Manchester United. I am a player who has always dedicated everything to winning; I’m ready for this next challenge, to go to another level in my career and win more trophies. It is a privilege to join such an iconic club. I have to take a short break now after being with the national team, but I’ll be coming back ready to make an impact straight away.
Reina snapped in Como shirt
Veteran goalkeeper Pepe Reina has been pictured in Como colours ahead of his move to the newly promoted Serie A side.
The 41-year-old is a free agent after leaving Villarreal last season but is now on the verge of joining Como, where he will be reunited with his former Spain teammate Cesc Fabregas, who is the club's assistant manager.
During his illustrious career between the posts, Reina has won 11 major trophies, most notably the 2010 FIFA World Cup and back-to-back European Championships in 2008 and 2012.
Kelly urged to stay at Parkhead
Talented youngster Daniel Kelly has been told to stay at Celtic despite the uncertainty around his future.
The 18-year-old has less than six months remaining on his contract and has a number of waiting suitors including Bayer Leverkusen.
But pundit Jim Duffy has urged the midfielder to committ his future at Parkhead and believes Brendan Rodgers will turn him from a "rough diamond" into fully fledged top-flight player.
DONE DEAL! Oh seals Celtic departure
Striker Oh have completed his move to Genk from Celtic.
The 23-year-old joined the Hoops in January 2023 and scored 12 times in 47 matches in total.
The forward, who has won caps for South Korea will now team up with Genk, who were formerly managed by current Rangers boss Philippe Clement.
DONE DEAL! United complete Zirkzee swoop
Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee - and it could well have Aberdeen fans sweating over the future of Bojan Miovski.
The Dutch forward netted 11 Serie A goals last season to fire his team to Champions League qualification, but has now joined up with compatriot Erik ten Hag's Red Devils on a five-year-deal for a fee believed to be in the region of £35million.
Bologna have been heavily linked with a move for Dons star Bojan Miovski and could now lodge a bid to Pittodrie chiefs following the huge influx of cash into their coffers.
Kambwala edges closer to Red Devils exit
Willy Kambwala is one step closer to leave Manchester United after completing a medical ahead of his move to Villarreal.
United will reportedly bank £8.6million for the 19-year-old, and have also included both a buy-back clause and sell-on clause in the deal that will take the defender to Spain.
Former France U16 international made 10 first team appearances at Old Trafford last season.
Williamson heads for Kelty from Queen's Park
Scott Williamson has left Queen's Park to join Kelty Hearts on loan.
The former Cambuslang Rangers striker joined the Spiders back in 2020 but hasn't been able to establish himself as a key member of the first-team set up.
Callum Davidson has just snapped up Zak Rudden and has allowed the hitman to make the move to Scottish League One for the season ahead.
He's netted four gaols in 36 apperances for theMount Florida side while he also found the net during a loan spell at Cove Rangers.
Conte outlines Osimhen stance
New Napoli boss Antonio Conte is confident that star man Victor Osimhen will remain with the club beyond the summer.
The Nigerian striker has been tipped to leave the Diego Armando Stadium after the club's failure to qualify for Europe last season but Conte reckons the 25-year-old has hinted that he may stick around for a bit longer.
Conte said:
We are talking about Victor as a professional, an excellent, top player.
I spoke to him and he knows that absolutely nothing has changed. He belongs to Napoli and he knows that those who belong to Napoli have to work hard and have the right attitude, even if there is this sort of agreement, that we still don’t know how it will end.
He’s here with a smile, and what counts at the moment is the training this afternoon and the attitude with me and my colleagues.
McLean 'wanted' by Sheffield United in double swoop
Rangers-linked Kenny McLean is 'wanted' as part of a double swoop by Sheffield United, according to a report.
The Norwich City midfielder has been away with Scotland at the Euro 2024 finals in Germany as he rests up before getting up to speed for the campaign ahead.
He's still under contract at the Canaries so would not come cheap for the relegated side.
United are targetting an immediate return to the EPL and are also keen to snap up Swansea's Matt Grimes as part of the eye-catching double transfer says The Sun's Alan Nixon.
Romanians go nuts for Hagi's big day
Ianis Hagi's wedding was broadcast live on TV in his homeland as the Romanian media go mad for the Rangers star.
Ibrox midfielder Hagi is marrying his long-term partner back home today having been given some time off between Euro 2024 and returning for pre-season with Philippe Clement's team. He booked it for the same day as the Final – so it's perhaps just as well his country went out at the round of 16 stage rather than going on an unlikely run to the showpiece in Berlin.
Son of Romanian football legend Gheorghe, Hagi is a household name in Romania where they fervently track his career and virtually any major story involving him makes the front and back pages. But his wedding went even further than that. His big day was broadcast live on TV, and treated much like a Royal Wedding would in the UK....
Dessers speaks out on Rangers future
Cyriel Dessers has addressed speculation over his Rangers future.
The Light Blues hitman has been one of those could head for the Ibrox exit door this summer as Philippe Clement presses on with his summer rebuild.
The Belgian boss has revealed he must sell in order to fund his signings in the coming weeks ahead and the Rangers No9 has been linked with a number of clubs.
He netted 22 goals in all competitions last season.
Man City 'most interested' in Dani Olmo
Dani Olmo will be fully focused on Spain's bid to win Euro 2024 tonight as they face England.
But his future at club level going into the new season is a hot topic of discussion.
His RB Leipzig contract carries a £51.6million release clause that expires on MONDAY reports Sky Sports and Sky in Italy say Manchester City are most interested in snapping him up.
The EPL champions are said to have been following him for several seasons with Pep Guardiola a big fan of the player.
Mo leaves Livingston
Mo Sangare has left Livingston.
The Scottish Championship side took to social media to provide the update to fans earlier today.
David Martindale's men got their season up and running yesterday in the Premier Sports Cup.
But they will now continue without the midfielder who is now seeking a new challenge.
Nuno Tavares to complete Arsenal exit
Portuguese left-back Nuno Tavares has been pictured arriving for his medical at Serie A side Lazio as the 24-year-old gets set to pen a loan deal with obligation to buy that will see him leave Arsenal to sign on for five years at the Rome club.
Tavares had spent last season on loan at fellow Premier League outfit Nottingham Forest, but the City Ground outfit opted against exercising their option to buy.
Cardiff land Chambers
Calum Chambers has joined Cardiff City.
The defender has joined on a free after leaving Aston Villa.
The 29-year-old - previously capped three times by England - has penned a three-year deal with the Championship side.
He will bring a wealth of experience to the Bluebirds and team up with former Celtic midfielder David Turnbull.
'Kvaradona' Chelsea move a dream - Nevin
Former Chelsea and Scotland striker Pat Nevin wants his old side to push the boat out to sign Napoli's superstar Georgian international Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, known by Neapolitan fans as 'Kvaradona'.
Speaking to Genting Casinos, Nevin said:
My dream signing for Chelsea this summer is Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. He’s a great player with a great personality and he’s old-school and modern at the same time.
He's doing it for Georgia and Napoli, put him in a top team and he could be extra special. I'd love to see him playing in the Premier League. Absolutely love it.
If Chelsea can make one big signing, that would be the one. He's skillful, he dribbles, he runs with the ball, he's good in the air, he takes players on. You name it.
He also does it while smiling and loving every second of it.
9 stars Rangers sell to fund rebuild
There has been plenty of incoming faces already at Rangers - but Philippe Clement appears to have drawn an line in the sand over the potential moves in the market.
The Ibrox faithful are desperate to see more new additions to bolster their ranks with Jefte, Connor Barron, Clinton Nsiala and Liam Kelly all in the door - while Oscar Cortes is back after making his loan switch to the Light Blues permanent. But that appears to be all for now as the Belgian boss conceded the club will have to sell before they bring in any more new recruits.
During the pre-season tour of the Netherlands, Clement confessed that the "reality" of Rangers' situation was that they will have to offload some stars and bring in cash before they can dip back into the market. A title challenge is top of the agenda this season with the countdown on to the star of the Scottish Premiership season - as well as Champions League qualifiers.
So who could Rangers sell to bolster their transfer kitty? Record Sport takes a look here.
Why Youan missed Hibs win over Elgin
David Gray says Elie Youan's absence from yesterday's 5-0 win over Elgin was simply down to illness.
The striker has been linked with a move away all window and he was seemingly conspicuous by his absence from David Gray's first squad as permanent Hibs manager.
But those drawing conclusions were putting two and two together and getting five as Gray says he was ill.
He (Youan) came in yesterday feeling poorly. So it was just the fact he'd be sitting on a bus, and with the way he's feeling at the moment, we didn't want to put the rest of the squad at risk knowing what it was.
He's got an illness but hopefully, it's just a minor thing, 24 hours or however long these things can take. He spoke to the doctor this morning and we'll monitor that situation and see how he's feeling. Hopefully, he's feeling better as soon as he can.
DONE DEAL: Saints sign Sugawara
Southampton have completed the signing of Japanese international right-back Yukinari Sugawara from AZ Alkmaar on a four-year contract.
The 24-year-old joins the Saints as they prepare for life back in the Premier League, having achieved promotion in a dramatic play-off final at Wembley. Speaking to the Saints club media at his unveiling, Sugawara said:
To come to Southampton and to play in the Premier League is one of my biggest dreams since I was young, so I am really excited to be here.
Last summer I played against Southampton in the pre-season. I felt Southampton played very good football with the ball; they didn’t play long balls, only short passing, they played smart.
I felt Southampton is a really good club. When Southampton gave me an offer, I said yes after one second!
Chelsea should sign 'phenomenal' Xhaka - Lebeouf
Chelsea have been advised by one of their former defenders to sign 'phenomenal' Granit Xhaka, with the Swiss midfield general being touted as the 'missing piece of the puzzle'.
Frank Leboeuf told BoyleSports who offer the latest Premier League betting:
I’m telling you the one who Chelsea should sign is Granit Xhaka. He’s so impressive and I think Chelsea should have signed him when he left Arsenal.
He was phenomenal for Switzerland at the EUROs and he was also the Player of the Season for Leverkusen - he suits Chelsea so well, particularly in midfield with Enzo and Caicedo.
He could be the missing piece of the puzzle for them.
Bair heading for Ligue 1
Motherwell striker Theo Bair has been attracting admiring glances from clubs across the UK and the continent for most of the summer, but it appears that the Canadian international will be heading for the French Ligue 1 and Auxerre.
A bid of £1.29m has reportedly been agreed with the newly-promoted Ligue 2 champions that will see Bair move to the storied French club, who were Ligue 1 champions in 1995-96 and made the Champions League quarter-finals the following season, beating Rangers home and away in the Group Stage before falling at the last-8 stage to eventual champions Borussia Dortmund.
