Lasley on swift action to cut trio loose
St Mirren chief executive Keith Lasley says being an ex-player helped when it came to sacking Adam Rooney, Kevin van Veen and Jaden Brown earlier this season, explaining that he had to consider the whole dressing room. (Daily Record), externalRead the rest of Sunday's Scottish gossip.
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Scottish Sun
43 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
Tony Docherty's bravery got him sacked at Dundee – but if clubs are serious about developing young stars he's their man
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TONY DOCHERTY was more courageous than any other Premiership manager last season when it came to giving young players a chance. Yet all his bravery got him was the sack. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Tony Docherty was sacked by Dundee last month Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 John Nelms gave him the boot at Dens Park Credit: Willie Vass At Dundee, the boss didn't just turn to his bench and give the occasional 21-year-old a few stoppage-time minutes when the TV cameras were in town. He didn't merely pay lip service to an issue that's held back Scottish football for years. No, Docherty went all in on the club's strategy of bringing through their own, developing them and making them better. Yet when he needed his managing director to show him a little understanding after a difficult campaign, John Nelms showed him the door. Presumably it wasn't news delivered by email, otherwise Docherty may still be waiting to learn his fate. You'd pay a penny for his thoughts this week, though, when it was confirmed the SFA were running with a new idea to help freshen up the stagnant waters of youth development. A study showed Docherty's Dundee topped a table on under-21 players in the top flight. Figures from CIES Observatory highlighted how he offered 24.8 per cent of the team's available first-team minutes to players of that age and under. At the other end of the scale, St Mirren were ranked bottom, with just 0.8 per cent. Who knows, Docherty maybe takes little satisfaction from those numbers given they did him little good in the long run. Moment Dundee fans invade pitch after securing safety against St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park But he should. He ultimately kept the club out of the relegation zone and improved players to a level where they were being snapped up by the Old Firm. Luke McCowan's move to Celtic in August didn't exactly do Docherty any favours. But he played a huge part in the midfielder catching the eye of Brendan Rodgers. Just like he did for Lyall Cameron, who has signed a pre-contract to join Rangers. Josh Mulligan will be next to step up a level, with a number of clubs ready to lure him away, including Gers. Dundee as a club just didn't seem to take any of that into consideration when they emptied their manager, did they? Yet at a time when our elite clubs seem to finally be taking seriously the need to help our aspiring prospects, Docherty should take great pride in having the courage of everyone else's convictions. Every manager talks the talk when it comes to bringing through young players. They don't all walk the walk. 3 Steven Pressley is the new Dundee boss Credit: Getty Only time will tell how Steven Pressley fares when he steps into the Dundee dugout. In the meantime, Docherty shouldn't be waiting long for his next opportunity. Not if our clubs are serious about developing young players and turning them from prospects into assets. But that has to include an appreciation that there are going to be ups and downs along the way. You can't help think that a club like Motherwell could be the ideal fit for someone like Docherty. Wherever he ends up, he needs employers who are prepared to give him the chance, patience and understanding that he's been willing to give others. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Glasgow Times
an hour ago
- Glasgow Times
Still Game star taking part in gala day football match
Peterson Park's Gala Day is taking place on Saturday, June 14, featuring a special celebrity football match with participants including Scottish actor Sanjeev Kohli. The actor, known for his role as shopkeeper Navid Harrid in the popular series, will be taking part in the upcoming all-star match at the Glasgow park. Read more: Search for bargains at free family event in Glasgow Held at Peterson Park in Glasgow, the gala day promises a full programme of family-friendly fun, with the celebrity match expected to be a major highlight for attendees of all ages. Alongside the football, visitors can expect to enjoy food stalls, bouncy castles, dancing displays, and even a dog of the year show. The event aims to bring the community together for a day of entertainment, local pride, and summer celebration.
Daily Record
3 hours ago
- Daily Record
Celtic book medical for striker as Kyogo set for emotional homecoming
The Scottish champions are beginning to motor ahead with the transfer plans Teenage Fulham striker Callum Osmand could become one of Celtic 's first summer signings. Brendan Rodgers is in the market for attacking reinforcements after losing promising starlet Daniel Cummings to West Ham. The Hoops have also yet to sign a replacement for Japanese goal machine Kyogo, who departed the club for Rennes in January. Now, CeltsAreHere reports that the Scottish champions are on the verge of landing rising Welsh star Osmand from Craven Cottage. It's claimed that a medical has already been booked for the 19-year-old who has caught the eye of Parkhead scouts. Osmand - who netted 10 goals in 17 Premier League 2 appearances last season - is out-of-contract at Fulham, meaning the Double-winners will be able to land him for a modest cross-border compensation fee. Barring any medical hitches, the talented goalscorer is expected to join Celtic's senior squad for pre-season, giving Rodgers a chance to take a closer look. Meanwhile, former Celtic idol Kyogo is back on holiday in his homeland and is set for an emotional return to former club Vissel Kobe. Kyogo has endured a miserable spell in France since his shock £10million winter move to Rennes, failing to score in six appearances. He's found himself bombed out under new boss Habib Beye and has already been deemed surplus to requirements by the Ligue 1 club. That's led to inevitable rumours of a quick-fire return to Glasgow, but it's unlikely Rodgers will sanction a return for the fans' favourite. Bournemouth have also been linked with his services, but for now, Kyogo will make an appearance in familiar territory this weekend. It's been announced that the 30-year-old will be in the stands for Vissel Kobe vs Nagoya Grampus on Sunday and will greet the fans in a special half-time bow at the Noevir Stadium Kobe. Elsewhere, reports in Greece suggest that Greg Taylor's switch to PAOK is far from a done deal. Multiple stories on Monday suggested that Taylor had agreed a two-year deal with the option of an additional 12 months to join the Greek outfit. Taylor is currently a free agent after talks over a new deal at Celtic Park hit the skids. The Scotland international, 27, is holidaying in Dubai with his family and SDNA claims PAOK are no further forward in their pursuit of the left-back, with talks said to be "frozen".
