Rangers are on the hunt for a striker as Celtic are encouraged to explore the North American market…
Rangers have budgeted for at least three major additions in January, with a proven goalscorer top of the list for manager Danny Rohl. (TeamTalk)
Celtic should be looking to raid the MLS market under Wilfried Nancy, says Neil McGuinness, the club’s former senior scout who is now technical director at Los Angeles FC. (Daily Record)
Former Rangers midfielder Pedro Mendes believes Jorg Schmadtke is a good candidate for the sporting director job at Ibrox, praising the German’s “database”. (Daily Record)
Hearts want a new right-back in the January transfer window and hope to move some players on. (The Scotsman – subscription required)
Rangers need to recruit players with “mentality, character and a ruthless will to win”, says former Ibrox captain Barry Ferguson. (Daily Record)
Defender Scott McKenna insists the Scotland players fear no one in today’s World Cup draw, saying the squad has “a point to prove” after failing to pick up a win at the last two Euros. (Scottish Sun)
Hibernian have submitted planning permission for upgrades to their Ormiston training base, which is struggling to accommodate all the senior and academy teams using the facility. (Hibs Observer – subscription required)
Dundee manager Steven Pressley encourages his players to avoid Christmas shopping and instead rest up for crucial festive fixtures. (Daily Record)
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