#celtic

#celtic

Four of Scotland's five European representatives remain in contention for UEFA competitions, with Celtic, Rangers, and Aberdeen seeking places in the Champions League and Europa League. Hibernian faces a tough Conference League qualifier against Legia Warsaw without a safety net, as UEFA's nation ranking depends on points collected over five years. Scotland ranks 17th and aims for 15th to improve future qualification routes, needing to close a 2.8 points gap from Austria, which is equivalent to winning seven league matches.

"There's no doubt that we need to reinforce the top line. I'm really pleased with where we are structurally in defensive numbers... But I think we need competition at the top end of the field."

Steven Berghuis scored twice, leading Ajax to a 5-1 victory over Celtic in the Como Cup semi-final, showcasing their attacking prowess and tactical dominance.

Andrej Bacanin has attracted interest from clubs like Celtic, Rangers, Ajax, and Udinese after impressive performances last season and with Serbia's youth team.

Rangers will begin their defence at home to either University of Stirling or St Johnstone in the first round of the Scottish Women's Premier League's knockout competition.

One club away from a majority of American owners, the investment trend in Scottish soccer has grown significantly, with six clubs now under U.S. ownership.

Xavier Mbuyamba, a former Chelsea centre-half, is attracting interest from Rangers and other clubs after Volendam opened the door for his transfer at 433,000.

Callum Osmand has joined Celtic from Fulham on a four-year contract, with Celtic paying a development fee for the 19-year-old striker.

Igor Tudor is focused on strengthening Juventus with wing-backs Dan Ndoye and Josh Doig as part of his 3-5-2 formation strategy.

West Ham United appears poised to secure striker Daniel Cummings, enhancing their attacking options with a potential four-year contract after he completed his medical.

In the upcoming League Cup, Derek McInnes's Heart of Midlothian will face Neil Lennon's Dunfermline, along with Hamilton, Dumbarton, and Stirling Albion.

Leicester City are in advanced talks to appoint Russell Martin as their new manager after sacking Ruud van Nistelrooy, indicating a strategic shift following their relegation.