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Scotsman
7 days ago
- Sport
- Scotsman
Rangers man nears exit, Celtic striker update, £50m offer 'clears path' for shock deal
Here are the latest Scottish football transfer headlines this Wednesday morning - including the latest rumours surrounding Rangers, Celtic and the Scotland national team. 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... This is your Scottish football transfer news with all the latest rumours on Wednesday morning, including Rangers, Celtic, Dundee United and the Scotland national team. Dundee United agree deal Dundee United have confirmed their sixth signing of the summer with the arrival of centre-back Krisztián Keresztes. The 6ft 5in defender will move to Tannadice on a season-long loan deal from Hungarian top-flight club Nyíregyháza Spartacus, with the 25-year-old making his debut for the club immediately in last night's 1-1 pre-season friendly draw with St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "He has an ideal physical profile to thrive in the Scottish Premiership,' said head coach Jim Goodwin. 'He stands at a colossal six-foot-five and has the mobility to cover ground quickly, step into midfield and recover on the transition. The statistics also underline his dominance in the air - a vital asset given the importance of both attacking and defensive set-pieces in this division. Beyond his physical attributes, he reads the game exceptionally well, often positioning himself ahead of danger rather than reacting to it. That anticipation, combined with his track record of success in leadership roles, will bring added authority to our defensive unit." Dundee United Manager Jim Goodwin | SNS Group Celtic exit confirmed Celtic youngster Lenny Agbaire has ended his decade long-association at Parkhead after completing a move to Rotherham United. The 20-year-old centre-back spent last season on loan at Ayr United in the Scottish Championship, making 16 league appearances for Scott Brown's side, and played a key role in Celtic's triumph in the Scottish FA Youth Cup back in 2023. Despite being with the club since the age of 10, Agbaire did not make an appearance for the Hoops first team after signing his professional first contract with the club in 2021. The defender arrives at the New York Stadium on a deal until the summer of 2028 ahead of their upcoming EFL League One campaign. Lenny Agbaire has left Celtic after a decade at Parkhead. Villa 'consider' McGinn U-turn Scotland international midfielder John McGinn has been linked with a potential exit from Aston Villa again this week, after it was claimed the Midlands outfit were considering laucnhing a £50million bid for Atletico Madrid and England midfielder Conor Gallagher. The 30-year-old has rumoured interest from Everton this summer, with manager David Moyes said to been on a deal for the Scottish star, though the early indications were that Villa would not entertain any bids for their popular captain. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad However, according to FootballInsider, Unai Emery's side could now reconsider that position as they jostle for Gallagher, who also has interest from Newcastle United. The report claims Villa could 'perform a U-turn' on McGinn should they strike up a deal for the Three Lions star, with Everton still hopeful of tempting the ex-Hibs midfielder to The Hill Dickinson Stadium. They add that any move for the Gallagher will 'clear a path' for the Toffees to launch a new bid for McGinn, providing they have not moved on to other transfer targets before that opportunity arises. John McGinn has been linked with a shock departure from Aston Villa this summer. | Getty Images/ Canva Rangers man nears exit Rangers defender Clinton Nsiala has interest from the Belgian top flight this summer, after being told he is surplus to requirements after just one season at Ibrox. The 21-year-old centre-back played 11 league games for the club after arriving on a free transfer from AC Milan last summer, but has been unable to solidify a first team spot in Govan and will be allowed to leave the club this summer if a suitable offer comes in. 'I think Clinton's at a point in his at his age and his career, he needs to play all the time and every week,' said Martin last week. "He's trained really, really well. But I think it's, rather playing some part of the squad, a bit like last season, he's at a point now where he needs to go and play football and he's the best way to learn." This has alerted both Belgian Pro League sides Zulte Waregem and Westerlo, with a report from the Daily Record stating both are considering making a loan offer for Nsiala. Elsewhere, former Rangers youngster Jay Hogarth has been handed a trial by NIFL Premiership outfit Glentoran following his release from Ibrox this summer. As reported by the Belfast News Letter, the 21-year-old is hoping to earn himself a deal at The Oval after featuring in Tuesday's pre-season friendly against Dundela, where he played the final 30 minutes of their 4-2 win. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Clinton Nsiala is set to leave Rangers after being advised he needs to play more regular football. | SNS Group Celtic striker update Celtic are could be set to fail in their attempt to sign Napoli youngster Giuseppe Ambrosino this summer, according to reports in the player's homeland. The 21-year-old Italian youth international has been linked with a loan switch this summer, with the Scottish champions keen to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season. A deal for Kawasaki Frontale striker Shin Yamada is thought to edging closer to completion, but Cremonese appear to have moved ahead of Celtic in the race to sign Ambrosino. Neapolitan outlet Il Corriere del Mezzogiorno claims the player do not appear to fit into Antonio Conte's technical plans, and will be allowed to leave the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium. As per the report, a meeting has now been scheduled with newly promoted Cremonese regarding the signing of the striker, with Napoli keen to 'clean up' their squad ahead of the upcoming Serie A campaign.
Daily Record
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Celtic explore deal to send top young stars to Scott Brown and his ambitious Ayr United side
The two clubs have held advanced talks around the SFA's new cooperation system, which would see young Parkhead stars head for Somerset. Celtic are ready to send three of their top starlets to Ayr United with the clubs exploring an official tie-up. Somerset bosses have made a pitch to use the new SFA Cooperation system, which aims to develop young Scottish talent. Hoops chiefs see their club legend, Scott Brown, as the ideal man to guide the Parkhead prospects as part of his ambitious Ayr side. Advanced talks have taken place and an agreement is close, the Ayrshire Post understands. United took Lenny Agbaire on loan from the Celtic B side last season, with the young defender flourising during his Somerset spell. He has since won a permanent move south to League One Rotherham United. The new co-op system enables players aged 16-21, who are eligible to represent the Scotland national teams, to join a lower-league club. However, they are still free to move between the parent and cooperation club throughout the season to increase playing time, with the parent club paying the salary for the player. Ayr, who have already set up their own co-op deal with East Stirling, were able to utilise the system last night by recalling Lucas McRoberts, Jamie Hislop and Kenzie Mitchell for their Premier Sports Cup clash with Annan. The trio all stepped off the bench in the second half with McRoberts scoring in Ayr's 6-1 win.
Scotsman
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Rangers man nears exit, Celtic striker update, £50m offer 'clears path' for shock deal
Here are the latest Scottish football transfer headlines this Wednesday morning - including the latest rumours surrounding Rangers, Celtic and the Scotland national team. 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... This is your Scottish football transfer news with all the latest rumours on Wednesday morning, including Rangers, Celtic, Dundee United and the Scotland national team. Dundee United agree deal Dundee United have confirmed their sixth signing of the summer with the arrival of centre-back Krisztián Keresztes. The 6ft 5in defender will move to Tannadice on a season-long loan deal from Hungarian top-flight club Nyíregyháza Spartacus, with the 25-year-old making his debut for the club immediately in last night's 1-1 pre-season friendly draw with St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "He has an ideal physical profile to thrive in the Scottish Premiership,' said head coach Jim Goodwin. 'He stands at a colossal six-foot-five and has the mobility to cover ground quickly, step into midfield and recover on the transition. The statistics also underline his dominance in the air - a vital asset given the importance of both attacking and defensive set-pieces in this division. Beyond his physical attributes, he reads the game exceptionally well, often positioning himself ahead of danger rather than reacting to it. That anticipation, combined with his track record of success in leadership roles, will bring added authority to our defensive unit." Dundee United Manager Jim Goodwin | SNS Group Celtic exit confirmed Celtic youngster Lenny Agbaire has ended his decade long-association at Parkhead after completing a move to Rotherham United. The 20-year-old centre-back spent last season on loan at Ayr United in the Scottish Championship, making 16 league appearances for Scott Brown's side, and played a key role in Celtic's triumph in the Scottish FA Youth Cup back in 2023. Despite being with the club since the age of 10, Agbaire did not make an appearance for the Hoops first team after signing his professional first contract with the club in 2021. The defender arrives at the New York Stadium on a deal until the summer of 2028 ahead of their upcoming EFL League One campaign. Lenny Agbaire has left Celtic after a decade at Parkhead. Villa 'consider' McGinn U-turn Scotland international midfielder John McGinn has been linked with a potential exit from Aston Villa again this week, after it was claimed the Midlands outfit were considering laucnhing a £50million bid for Atletico Madrid and England midfielder Conor Gallagher. The 30-year-old has rumoured interest from Everton this summer, with manager David Moyes said to been on a deal for the Scottish star, though the early indications were that Villa would not entertain any bids for their popular captain. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad However, according to FootballInsider, Unai Emery's side could now reconsider that position as they jostle for Gallagher, who also has interest from Newcastle United. The report claims Villa could 'perform a U-turn' on McGinn should they strike up a deal for the Three Lions star, with Everton still hopeful of tempting the ex-Hibs midfielder to The Hill Dickinson Stadium. They add that any move for the Gallagher will 'clear a path' for the Toffees to launch a new bid for McGinn, providing they have not moved on to other transfer targets before that opportunity arises. John McGinn has been linked with a shock departure from Aston Villa this summer. | Getty Images/ Canva Rangers man nears exit Rangers defender Clinton Nsiala has interest from the Belgian top flight this summer, after being told he is surplus to requirements after just one season at Ibrox. The 21-year-old centre-back played 11 league games for the club after arriving on a free transfer from AC Milan last summer, but has been unable to solidify a first team spot in Govan and will be allowed to leave the club this summer if a suitable offer comes in. 'I think Clinton's at a point in his at his age and his career, he needs to play all the time and every week,' said Martin last week. "He's trained really, really well. But I think it's, rather playing some part of the squad, a bit like last season, he's at a point now where he needs to go and play football and he's the best way to learn." This has alerted both Belgian Pro League sides Zulte Waregem and Westerlo, with a report from the Daily Record stating both are considering making a loan offer for Nsiala. Elsewhere, former Rangers youngster Jay Hogarth has been handed a trial by NIFL Premiership outfit Glentoran following his release from Ibrox this summer. As reported by the Belfast News Letter, the 21-year-old is hoping to earn himself a deal at The Oval after featuring in Tuesday's pre-season friendly against Dundela, where he played the final 30 minutes of their 4-2 win. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Clinton Nsiala is set to leave Rangers after being advised he needs to play more regular football. | SNS Group Celtic striker update Celtic are could be set to fail in their attempt to sign Napoli youngster Giuseppe Ambrosino this summer, according to reports in the player's homeland. The 21-year-old Italian youth international has been linked with a loan switch this summer, with the Scottish champions keen to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season. A deal for Kawasaki Frontale striker Shin Yamada is thought to edging closer to completion, but Cremonese appear to have moved ahead of Celtic in the race to sign Ambrosino. Neapolitan outlet Il Corriere del Mezzogiorno claims the player do not appear to fit into Antonio Conte's technical plans, and will be allowed to leave the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium. As per the report, a meeting has now been scheduled with newly promoted Cremonese regarding the signing of the striker, with Napoli keen to 'clean up' their squad ahead of the upcoming Serie A campaign.
The National
15-07-2025
- Sport
- The National
Lenny Agbaire departs Celtic for an undisclosed fee
Rotherham United have confirmed the capture of the powerful centre-back. The defender, 20, spent time on loan with Scott Brown at Ayr United last season. He has now been sold by the Scottish Premiership champions. A statement reads: "Rotherham United are delighted to confirm the signing of young and exciting defender Lenny Agbaire who joins for an undisclosed fee from Celtic, subject to EFL and FA ratification and international clearance. "The 20-year-old defender arrives at AESSEAL New York Stadium on a deal until the summer of 2028 to bolster Matt Hamshaw's defensive options. "Agbaire makes the trip south of the Scottish border for the first time in his career, having been a part of the Celtic youth system for close to a decade since the age of 10, joining in August 2015. "He worked his way into the Celtic B side, where he became a regular in the squad and played a key role in helping the side lift the Scottish FA Youth Cup. "His impressive displays at youth level earned him a loan move to Scottish Championship side Ayr United, where he made 16 appearances from January 2025 onwards and helped the side reach the Scottish Championship Play-offs. Read more: "Agbaire has had the opportunity to meet his new teammates at Roundwood but has been unable to feature in training as of yet, with the club awaiting the receipt of relevant permissions and clearance,s which have now been granted. "Paperwork has been completed in time for Matt Hamshaw's latest addition to feature in this evening's friendly fixture against Harrogate Town, where Millers fans will have a first opportunity to potentially see the newest summer recruit in action. "Reaction from Matt Hamshaw and Lenny Agbaire will follow after the match."
BBC News
15-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Rotherham sign Celtic defender Agbaire
Rotherham have signed Celtic centre-back Lenny Agbaire on a three-year 20-year-old leaves Celtic Park without making a first-team appearance, but he played 16 times on loan at Ayr United as they reached the Scottish Championship play-offs last loan move came after he played a key role in Celtic's triumph in the Scottish FA Youth Cup in came through the youth system at Celtic and the Millers included him their team for a friendly match at Harrogate Town on Tuesday.
