Scottish Premier League
27-yr-old available on a bargain this summer, Gerrard an admirer of PL ace
Sheffield United midfielder John Lundstram is available on a free transfer this summer, and Daily Record says that Rangers manager Steven Gerrard is an admirer of the 27-year-old. Lundstram has generally been excellent for Sheffield United since joining the club in 2017, although he went off the boil a little last season. The midfielder can play centrally or in a deep-lying role, and his versatility would be a useful asset for Gerrard. The Ibrox outfit need more depth in their squad as they strive to defend the Scottish Premiership title and make progress in the Champions League. Lundstram is at the peak of his career right now and could make an immediate impact in the Scottish top-flight. He has proven his quality in the Premier League, and signing a player of his calibre on a free transf...
Celtic reportedly want goalkeeper Gareth Southgate dubbed ‘exciting’
Celtic want to bring Newcastle United goalkeeper Freddie Woodman to Parkhead this summer, according to Chronicle Live. The Hoops were interested in signing the former England youth international back in 2018 but he joined Aberdeen on loan instead. Celtic are back for Woodman’s signature again, but another club could stand in their way again, with Southampton also eyeing a move for him. The 24-year-old just ended his second season-long loan at Swansea City, suffering heartbreak in Saturday’s Championship play-offs final as Brentford secured a 2-0 win to earn Premier League promotion. The Welsh outfit are hoping to be third time lucky next season and are keen to retain the services of the Newcastle man. Woodman is not guaranteed a place in the Magpies’ or Southampton starting XI, and while r...
‘Wants it badly’ – Reliable journalist claims EPL legend keen on Celtic job
Celtic are believed to be close to appointing Ange Postecoglou as their next manager after talks with Eddie Howe broke down. The former Bournemouth boss was expected to become Neil Lennon’s permanent successor, with the Hoops spending over three months negotiating a deal. However, both parties could not reach an agreement and have now moved on. While Celtic are now expected to announce Postecoglou, The Sun journalist Alan Nixon has claimed that Manchester United legend Roy Keane wants the job. Keane wants it badly. But people in power there don’t want him. Shame. Would have been fun. https://t.co/4kOWXsLhFE — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) May 29, 2021 The former Sunderland and Ipswich Town boss had talks with the Scottish Premiership giants over succeeding Lennon and had hoped to get a shot...
EPL side reportedly want Celtic midfield sensation, love his goalscoring ability
According to The Sun, Southampton want to snap up Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie before the end of Euro 2020. The Scotland international helped fire his country to the summer tournament, and his ability to find the back of the net is said to have caught the Saints’ eyes. Christie finished 2020-21 with eight goals and ten assists, and Norwich City and Burnley are also keen on him. While playing European football at Parkhead is no doubt exciting, the chance to move to the glamorous Premier League could be more appealing. The Celtic star scored 20 goals in 2019-20 and 11 in 2018-19, and Southampton hope to see him in his favoured attacking midfield role at Euro 2020. Sportslens View An impressive campaign with Scotland will most likely see other Premier League sides join them in the race for...
‘It’s a huge gamble’ – 55-yr-old manager closing in on Celtic job, some of their fans react
Celtic are expected to appoint Ange Postecoglou as their new manager this summer. The former Australian national team boss is currently managing Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan, but he appears to be on his way to the Scottish Premiership. The Scottish outfit desperately need a quality managerial appointment after their plan to land former Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe failed. The Scottish giants revealed in a club statement that Howe will not be joining the club for reasons beyond his and Celtic’s control. According to John Percy from the Telegraph, Celtic are currently in advanced talks with Postecoglou and are close to finalising his appointment. #Celtic in advanced talks with Ange Postecoglou and are tonight close to appointing him as manager. Postecoglou, 55, has been working i...
Report suggests Rangers are keen on signing £15m-rated attacker this summer
Sheffield United striker Oli McBurnie has been linked with a move to Scottish outfit Rangers this summer. According to Daily Mail, the 24-year-old striker is a target for the Scottish champions and he is valued at around £15 million. The Blades have been relegated to the Championship and McBurnie might be looking to move on in search of regular football at a higher level. A move to Ibrox would allow him to play in the Champions League next season and it remains to be seen whether Steven Gerrard’s side can pull off the transfer in the coming weeks. The 24-year-old is a Rangers fan and he’s unlikely to object to a move to Scotland this summer. However, the asking price could be a bit of a problem for the Scottish outfit unless they sell a key player like Alfredo Morelos. The Colombian has be...
Celtic reportedly want 56-cap int’l EPL winger, top-flight sides keen too
Republic of Ireland winger Robbie Brady is a man in demand following his release from Burnley and Celtic are interested in him, according to The Athletic. Premier League clubs are also keeping tabs on his situation, and the Hoops have a huge battle on their hands in their attempt to sign him. Brady joined Burnley in January 2017 from Norwich City, going on to make 87 appearances across all competitions for the side. The midfielder’s time at Turf Moor was plagued with injuries, and a move to Scotland and change of scenery could do him some good. Celtic are looking to make a major squad rebuild this summer following last season’s debacle, and landing an experienced player from the Premier League could be huge. Brady has 56 caps for Ireland, and the Hoops could do with such a quality player w...
Manager has met with Celtic officials to outline his plans, could be unveiled this week
Former Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe is closing in on a move to Celtic and will raid his former club for coaches Stephen Purches, Simon Weatherstone and Richard Hughes. According to Daily Record, the 43-year-old manager has already met with Celtic officials in the last 24 hours to highlight his plans for the club. He has urged the Scottish outfit to target the trio after the English club failed to make it out of the Championship play-offs. The Cherries are now looking to cut costs this summer and would be willing to release some of their staff. The report adds that Howe could be confirmed as Celtic manager this week. He faces a massive rebuilding job after a miserable season. Odsonne Edouard and Kristoffer Ajer have been linked with moves away from Parkhead, while Scott Brown has played h...
Newcastle looking to sign 25-yr-old Frenchman on a bargain this summer
Newcastle United are thought to be interested in signing the Celtic midfielder Olivier Ntcham on a free transfer. The 25-year-old central midfielder has been on their radar for quite a while and they tried to sign him during the January transfer window as well. The Celtic midfielder moved to Marseille instead on a loan deal and it has been a torrid spell for him. Ntcham has a contract with Celtic until this summer and he will move on as a free agent. It will be interesting to see if Newcastle can secure his services this time around. According to Football Insider, the Magpies are keen on signing multiple central midfielders who will add goals and creativity to the side and the 25-year-old Celtic midfielder is on their radar along with Arsenal’s Joe Willock. Willock has had an outstanding l...
Celtic reportedly keen on terminating midfielder’s contract
According to French journalist Ignazio Genuardi, Celtic are considering reaching a mutual termination agreement with French midfielder Olivier Ntcham. Compte tenu de la situation économique, le Celtic Glasgow pourrait carrément le libérer. Il s’agit de se séparer absolument d’un gros contrat, surtout que Ntcham a vu sa cote considérablement chuter ces derniers mois. — Ignazio Genuardi (@IgnazioGenuardi) May 22, 2021 The 25-year-old has just a year left on his current deal and is currently on loan at Ligue 1 outfit Marseille. Andre Villas-Boas tendered his resignation in February after the club signed Ntcham, and both club and manager eventually parted ways a few days later. The Frenchman joined Marseille for the rest of the season with an option to buy in January, but they have decided not...
EPL-linked 21-goal man Rangers want this summer hands in transfer request
Aberdeen midfielder Lewis Ferguson has handed in a transfer request at the club, according to the Scottish Premiership outfit. Watford and Rangers are keen on the youngster ahead of the summer transfer window, and he has made his intentions known to the Dons, insisting he sees his future elsewhere. The 21-year-old has tabled a written request to Aberdeen asking to leave, and the Light Blues will be keeping an eye on developments. Watford have tabled a £2 million bid for the midfielder, but the Pittodrie side have dubbed it an “insulting offer” and have since rejected it. Rangers manager Steven Gerrard wants to bolster his squad this summer to mount a solid title defence next term, and landing Ferguson would boost his side’s chances. Ferguson spent four years in Rangers academy before being...
Rangers reportedly want to re-sign Premier League-linked 21-goal midfielder
Watford want Aberdeen midfielder Lewis Ferguson this summer and have seen a £2 million bid rejected, according to The Sun. The Hornets are preparing for life back in the Premier League and they reckon the Scottish ace would be a top addition to their squad. However, they are not the only ones keen on Ferguson, with Rangers also keeping tabs on him. Manager Steven Gerrard wants to defend the Scottish Premiership title next term and is keen to make quality summer recruitment, but the Light Blues will not be getting their former academy player for cheap. Ferguson spent four years in the Rangers setup but was released at 14 before making a name for himself at Hamilton Academical. He joined Aberdeen three years ago and has since established himself as a key player, scoring 21 goals in 124 appea...
