It is finally here. Transfer deadline day is upon us and clubs have just the rest of this day to finalise their transfer business for at least a couple of months until the January window opens. There is every chance this could be a busy day around Scotland.
Rangers, Celtic, Hibs, Hearts and Aberdeen are all chasing signings. Livingston boss Gary Holt wants to add a couple and he won’t be the only one in the Scottish Premiership with the majority of teams having played nine or ten league fixtures giving managers a clear idea of what is till required.
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Scottish Football LIVE: Transfer deadline day as it happened
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It’s transfer deadline day in Scotland. We will have all the latest throughout the day as it happens.
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Celtic near left-back deal
Diego Laxalt will be joining Celtic, according to reports in Italy.
The Uruguayan left sided player will sign on loan from AC Milan.
Celtic have been scouring the market for a left-back to replace Boli Bolingoli and have been linked with a number of options.
Rangers to make surprise midfielder move
It’s the rumour which won’t go away, Bongani Zungu to Rangers.
The South African midfielder is set to finally move to Ibrox, according to L’Equipe.
Zungu had been near a deal earlier in the window but Rangers pulled the plug due to fitness concerns.
However, they are understood to have agreed a deal with Amiens amidst interest from Turkey.
Celtic target set for France move
Juventus full-back Mattia De Sciglio rejected a move to Celtic over the weekend it was reported.
He is now on the verge of joining French club Lyon after manager Rudi Garcia requested his signing with his ability to play on either flank.
Hibs to sign Magennis
Hibs are set to complete the signing of Kyle Magennis today.
The St Mirren midfielder watched Jack Ross’ men in action on Friday after a deal was agreed between the two clubs.
Celtic target arrives for medical
Diego Laxalt is closing in on his move to Celtic.
The player has arrived in London for a medical, according to Sky Sports News reporter Anthony Joseph.
A loan deal with a possible option to buy is expected to be agreed.
Rangers rejected in Bacuna pursuit
Huddersfield Town have rejected an approach from Rangers for attacking midfielder Juninho Bacuna.
According to reporter Alan Nixon, the Ibrox club made a loan move.