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Scotsman
6 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Hibs transfer latest as ex attacker leaves Dundee United for English chance
Here are some of the latest transfer headlines with Hibs flavourings Sign up to our Hibs football newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, 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... Hibs are set to try and bolster their ranks this summer with Europa League qualifiers round the corner. David Gray's side finished third in the Premiership last season with attentions now focusing on how that success can be built on. The team will return for pre season training in the weeks ahead ahead of crucial continental clashes that could clinch the club millions if a league phase spot is booked. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In the meantime, there are plenty of rumours swirling about, and those will only ramp up the further into the summer the window goes. Here are some of the latest transfer headlines that have some Hibs flavourings. Former Hibs player leaves Dundee United Glenn Middleton has departed Dundee United after rejecting a contract offer to join Doncaster Rovers. The winger spent part of 2019 on loan in Leith from Rangers and has since played for Bradford City, St Johnstone and Dundee United, shining at Tannadice and earning an extension offer at the end of his deal. He's now decided to head back down south with Doncaster. Rovers' statement reads: 'We are delighted to confirm the signing of Scottish winger Glenn Middleton. The 25-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the option of an additional 12 months, fresh from helping Dundee United to a fourth placed finish in the Scottish top flight. During his time at Ibrox, Middleton had loan spells with Hibernian, Bradford City and St Johnstone.' Manager Grant McCann said: 'I've been tracking Glenn for quite a bit - even back to my first spell here, he was a player we really liked. I'm delighted to get him. He's had a tremendous few years at Dundee United. He's been a real threat in the Scottish Premier League and he's an exciting player - really direct, quick and he can play anywhere across the front line. He's a really good person as well so I'm really pleased to get him.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Rachael Boyle's new Hibs contract Women's club captain Rachael Boyle has signed a new one-year deal. She is described as a 'prominent leader' in the dressing room and pens a contract after winning the SWPL title, looking to bounce back from an injury hit season on a personal note. Boyle said: 'I'm absolutely delighted that I'm extending my time at the club. There is no place I would rather be. I've obviously had to miss a lot of football over recent years but last season's success, and the excitement building towards the new season, just made me want to be a part of it all. I'm desperate to put injuries behind me and be ready to help the team to more success this upcoming season.' On Boyle's new contract, Women's head coach Grant Scott commented: 'Despite going through an injury-affected season, every time Rachael was involved in matches, her quality was clear for all to see. 'She's a real leader on and off the pitch and is fully deserving of this new deal. We're all hoping for an injury-free campaign and it'll be great to have her involved in her first full pre-season in a few years. That consistency will be huge for both her and the team.' SPFL transfer done deals The club have had a mention in a SPFL done deal - despite the player in question not kicking a ball in anger at Hibs. Goalkeeper David Mitchell has signed with Ayr United after time at Partick Thistle, serving as deputy at Easter Road but not playing a competitive game. Meanwhile, another former back up keeper in Scott Bain is remaining in the Premiership. He has signed for Falkirk after time at Celtic. Ayr's statement reads: 'The first new signing of the summer is experienced goalkeeper David Mitchell. He kicked off his career at Ayr and, after spells at Stranraer, Dundee, Hibs and, most recently, Partick Thistle, returns to the club on a two year deal.'
The Courier
7 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.'
BBC News
7 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Doncaster sign Dundee United winger Middleton
Doncaster Rovers have signed Dundee United winger Glenn Middleton on a two-year 25-year-old will join the newly promoted League One side on 1 July when his contract with the Scottish Premiership side scored eight goals in 84 league appearances for United after joining from Rangers."I've been tracking Glenn for quite a bit - even back to my first spell here, he was a player we really liked," boss Grant McCann told the club website., external
STV News
7 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
27-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Conference League Prize Money: How much will Chelsea have earned, and what Scottish Premiership clubs will receive in 25/26
This is how much Scottish Premiership teams are expected to earn for qualifying for the 2025/26 Conference League. 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... Chelsea will hope to end their three year wait for a trophy this week as they face Real Betis in the final of the Conference League in Wroclaw, Poland on Wednesday. One of Europe's most prestigious clubs, Enzo Maresca's side have already confirmed their place in next season's UEFA Champions League after an impressive fourth-placed finish in the English Premier League, but will now look to rediscover their tradition of winning silverware by defeating La Liga outfit Real Betis at Stadion Wrocław. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Scotland's only 2024/25 Conference League participants, Hearts, found it tough going in this season's competition, missing out on the last 16 playoffs by the narrowest of margins, as they fell behind FK TSC Bačka Topola on goal difference on the final. However, two Scottish Premiership clubs could take part in next season's Conference League, with Dundee United, and possibly Aberdeen, both taking part in next season's competition, we look at what each club is set to earn in the 2025/26 Conference League, while also assessing how much this season's winners will be rewarded: Dundee United's Glenn Middleton is out of contract at the end of the season. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group) | SNS Group Conference League prize money To reveal how much Chelsea will earn if they win the Conference League on Wednesday night, we must first go back to the beginning of the competition in August. Chelsea were awarded €146,000 (£123,000) for competing in the qualifying play-off round, while each club received a fixed payment of €3.04million (£2.6million) for qualifying for the League Phase of the competition. Participating teams were then rewarded with a 'performance related bonus' based on the outcome of each of their six league games. These payments were as follows: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Base participation fee: €3.04 million (£2.6 million) for reaching the league phase. Performance bonuses: €400,000 (£336,000) per win and €133,000 (£112,000) per draw in the league phase. In total, Chelsea won all six of their League Phase games, meaning they earned a total of €2.4million (£2.004million) in bonuses. However, as they also finished in the top eight, they were also granted an additional €400,000 (£334,000) bonus for securing automatic qualification to the round of 16. They then received a further bonus for finishing top of the League Phase table, which tallied €27,000 (£23,000) per position, with Chelsea securing first place (exact position bonus varies, but estimated at €324,000 or £275,000 for first). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This means Chelsea received a total of around €3.570million (approximately £3,034,500) for their performance during the League Phase. Round of 16: €800,000 (£675,000) Quarter-finals: €1.2million (£1million) Semi-finals: €2.9million (£2.5million) This means Chelsea, for example, have earned a total of €8,470,000million (approximately £7,097,648) for their Conference League run so far. They will receive an additional amount of either €4.6 million (£3.9 million) if they lose to Real Betis on Wednesday, or an additional amount of €8.1million (£6.9million) if they win. How much will the winners of the Conference League earn? The winners of the Conference League will be paid a total of €8.1million (£6.9million), whereas the runners-up on the night will be awarded €4.6million (£3.9million). How much will Scottish Premiership clubs earn for qualification for the Conference League? Currently, there are two Scottish Premiership clubs that will take part in the 2025/26 Conference League qualifiers next season, with both Dundee United entering at the second qualifying round. Aberdeen's Scottish Cup victory over Celtic will place them in the Europa League qualifiers instead, though they will also drop down into the Conference League in the event of them being knocked out. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The prize money for the 2025/26 Conference League season will follow a similar payment structure to that of the current season, with no significant changes announced for next season as it stands. The following estimated amounts are set to paid to qualifying teams in the 2025/26 campaign: Second Qualifying Round (eliminated teams): €350,000 (£297,500) Third Qualifying Round (eliminated teams): €550,000 (£467,500) Play-off Round (eliminated teams): €750,000 (£637,500) Play-off Round Participation (for teams advancing to the League Phase): €146,000 (£124,100).
