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The Courier
3 days ago
- Business
- The Courier
Glenn Middleton hails 'some 3 years' at Dundee United as winger opts for English switch
Glenn Middleton has called time on his stint with Dundee United after 'some 3 years' at Tannadice. The winger, who was out of contract this summer, was made an offer to stay at United described by the club as '[reflecting] our desire to retain the winger's services'. However, after considering his options, the 25-year-old has decided to take the next step of his career in England, having signed for Doncaster Rovers. Rovers will compete in EFL League One next season after securing promotion by winning the League Two title last term. And Middleton, who ultimately made 115 appearances for the Tangerines, hailed his rollercoaster stint at Tannadice on social media. He said on X: 'From starting in Europe to finishing in Europe with a relegation and promotion in between, it's been some 3 years. 'Playing over 100 games for the club has been an honour. To all the staff and players I've worked with it's been a pleasure. Thank you Dundee United FC.' United, meanwhile, thanked the Doncaster-bound star for his efforts in tangerine, saying: 'Dundee United can confirm Glenn Middleton has left the club after opting to join EFL League One outfit Doncaster Rovers. 'A contract offer which reflected our desire to retain the winger's services was made to his representatives, however, after 115 appearances in tangerine, Glenn has decided to bring the curtain down on his United career. 'We'd like to place on record our sincere gratitude to Glenn for his contributions and professionalism during his three-year stint on Tayside, as we wish him the best of luck for his future endeavours.'
STV News
3 days ago
- Business
- STV News
Glenn Middleton rejects Dundee United contract to join Doncaster Rovers
Glenn Middleton has rejected an offer to stay at Dundee United and signed for EFL side Doncaster Rovers. The winger was at the end of his existing deal at Tannadice and the club wanted him to stay on after a successful first season back in the Premiership. Middleton has instead decided to move on and will play in England's League One next season. A United statement read: 'Dundee United can confirm Glenn Middleton has left the club after opting to join EFL League One outfit Doncaster Rovers. 'A contract offer which reflected our desire to retain the winger's services was made to his representatives, however, after 115 appearances in tangerine, Glenn has decided to bring the curtain down on his United career. 'We'd like to place on record our sincere gratitude to Glenn for his contributions and professionalism during his three-year stint on Tayside, as we wish him the best of luck for his future endeavours.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Scotsman
6 days ago
- Sport
- Scotsman
Celtic ready to rival EPL side for ex-Aston Villa teen as SPFL club target former Rangers striker for key role
Celtic are targeting a talented 19-year-old defender from the EFL. Sign up to our Football newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Celtic are ready to rival English Premier League clubs for highly-rated teenager Harley Mills as they look to replace long serving left-back Greg Taylor this summer. The 19-year-old is in-demand this summer after a breakout campaign for EFL League One side Peterborough United, with the Posh reported to be mulling over a £1million bid from Marco Silva's Fulham last week, who has impressed since arriving from Aston Villa's academy. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mills, who scored an outrageous free- kick in Peterborough's 2-0 win over Birmingham City in the Vertu Trophy Final back in April, began the season on loan at non-league outfit Enfield but morphed into one of the club's best performers after breaking into Darren Ferguson's first team in the second-half of the 2024/25 campaign. Brendan Rodgers is looking for defensive reinforcements this summer as speculation continues to surround the future of Greg Taylor at Celtic. | Getty Images Celtic will see fan favourite Kieran Tierney return on a pre-contract agreement from Arsenal this summer, however, head coach Brendan Rodgers is still on the lookout for further reinforcements at left-back with the Hoops boss said to be 'resigned to losing' Greg Taylor this summer., according to a report from the Scottish Sun. The Scotland international has been linked with a move to Dinamo Zagreb and PAOK this summer, with his contract set to expire at Celtic Park next month, while left-back Jeffrey Schlupp has returned to Crystal Palace after his loan spell at the club came to an end following the Scottish Cup final defeat to Aberdeen last weekend. Elsewhere in the Scottish Premiership, managerless Dundee have made a significant step towards the appointment of a new boss after being granted permission to speak with Linfield head coach David Healy about replacing Tony Docherty in the Den's Park dugout. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The ex-Rangers striker has led the club to six NIFL Premiership titles during his time as manager at Windsor Park, alongside two Irish Cups and three Irish League Cups, but almost moved to Scotland last season in order to become the new manager of Raith Rovers, before opting to say with the Blues at the final hour.
Bloomberg
23-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Musk Backer to Join New Ownership at Reading Football Club
Aliya Capital Partners, a Miami-based investment firm, is joining the ownership group that bought out 154-year-old Reading Football Club from Chinese businessman Dai Yongge. Aliya will become a significant investor in Reading Football Club, subject to the league's approval, Ross Kestin, chief executive officer and founding partner of Aliya, said in an interview on Friday. Kestin will join the board of the club, which is competing in the UK's third-tier EFL League One.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Ex-Rangers star sends message to his dad live on TV as he books Wembley trip
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WITH regular seasons ending across the country, play-offs are sweeping the nation. Livingston host Partick Thistle tonight to see who will face the Premiership's second-bottom side in a battle for a place in next season's top tier. Sign up for the Rangers newsletter Sign up 3 Greg Docherty's Charlton Athletic have reached a play-off final Credit: Getty 3 The midfielder used to play for Rangers Credit: PA 3 He had a message for his father Credit: Sky Sports Football Sheffield United will play Sunderland for a Premier League position after an injury time of extra time goal for the Black Cats saw them through to the final. But it's the fight to see who might move up from EFL League One to the Championship that's produced a message from an ex-Rangers star to his old man. Greg Docherty, who moved to Ibrox from Hamilton in 2018, faces a huge fixture against Leyton Orient next Sunday for his current club Charlton Athletic. Over a two-legged tie against Wycombe Wanderers, fourth place finishers Charlton progressed by an aggregate score line of just 1-0. For the sixth placed O's to reach the final however it was 3-3 and an eventual win on penalties against Stockport. Matt Godden grabbed the goal that guaranteed Docherty's trip to Wembley but the Milngavie man played a key part in getting there too. The former Accie played almost 50 games this season for the club and acted as captain in most of them after joining from Hull City last summer. In the Sky Sports post-match interview when their date with destiny was confirmed, Docherty said: "Dad, it's your birthday on the 25th, so make sure you cancel your plans and get your flight booked. We're going to Wembley!" The winner of the final will join Birmingham and Wrexham in England's second tier next campaign. The Blues were runaway league winners finishing with an incredible tally of 111 points and a goal difference of +53. 'Knew the camera was on him' - Fans divided by Nathan Jones' antics as he kneels down and PRAYS before final whistle They've been linked with a big money move to keep their Gers loanees Kieran Dowell and Ben Davies, and were also helped over the line by former Celtic man Tomoki Iwata and Scotland star Lyndon Dykes. Hollywood star owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Wrexham dream is continuing as they're now just one step from the very top of the pyramid. But they'll be going up without 38-year-old ex-Scotland international Steven Fletcher, who announced that he was departing 'not by choice'. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
