Rumour Mill: Bruno Alves exit? | Hibs backed for 2nd | Graeme Murty now Rangers manager favourite

Bruno Alves has admitted he will have to consider his future at Rangers if he does not become a regular starter in the remaining matches of the year. (Scotsman)

Gordon backs Hibs to finish second

Celtic keeper Craig Gordon has backed Hibs to finish above Rangers in the title race following their wins at Ibrox and achievement of a draw at Parkhead. (Scotsman)

Graeme Murty now favourite to manage Rangers

Rangers’ failed pursuit of Derek McInnes has resulted in Graeme Murty being installed as the bookies’ favourite to be named permanent Ibrox manager. (Scotsman)

Interview: Jim McArthur on Hibs’ week of pain and his love of rugby >>

Derek McInnes ends Rangers speculation with hard-fought win

Aberdeen welcomed Derek McInnes back with a hard-fought victory. The Pittodrie manager has experienced an agonising week and his side endured an uncomfortable close to the match as Dundee piled on late pressure. (Scotsman)

Hearts will bounce back - Levein

Hearts manager Craig Levein has conceded that the club is in a vulnerable state at the moment but warned those who are keen to make the most of the situation there is a resilience that will enable them to bounce back. ( Scotsman )

Alan Pattullo: Rangers statement was infantile and ill judged >>

Aberdeen fans poke fun at Rangers with banner at Dundee match

Ahead of kick-off, a group of Dons fans housed in the Bob Shankly Stand at Dens Park, unfurled a banner with the phrase ‘Concomitant you reds’ written on it. ( Scotsman)

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