Transfer Interest in Kieron Bowie and Ivan Basic
Celtic have initiated preliminary inquiries regarding 23-year-old striker Kieron Bowie, formerly of Hibernian, following Hellas Verona's relegation from Serie A. This development was reported by L'Arena via the Daily Record.
Additionally, Celtic are closely monitoring Astana midfielder Ivan Basic during the ongoing World Cup, where the 24-year-old is representing Bosnia-Herzegovina, according to the Scottish Sun.
Dundee United's Defensive and Midfield Moves
Dundee United are nearing the signing of Northern Ireland defender Michael Forbes, who was recently released by West Ham United. The Courier reports that Forbes is expected to sign a two-year contract with an option for an additional 12 months, contingent upon passing a medical examination.
Furthermore, Dundee United's playmaker Julius Eskesen, aged 26, who only made three starts in his debut season at Tannadice, has attracted interest from Swedish top-flight club GAIS, as noted by The Courier.
English and European Transfer Rumours
Heart of Midlothian have already secured four signings this summer and plan to complete up to six more before the transfer window closes. The club also anticipates one or two departures, according to the Edinburgh Evening News.
Hibernian have identified a striker and a centre-half as their primary targets for the summer transfer window, as reported by the Edinburgh Evening News.
Cove Rangers aim to continue their strategy of taking young Aberdeen players on loan for the upcoming season, according to the Press & Journal.
Hearts and Rangers Managerial and Transfer Developments
Hearts head coach Derek McInnes, who is reportedly set to join Rangers, did not reject the Ibrox club in 2017 as previously claimed. Instead, he declined the move from Aberdeen due to a late intervention by then-chairman Dave King during contract negotiations, according to the Daily Record.
Should McInnes join Rangers, Hearts are unlikely to appoint former Tynecastle figures John McGlynn of Falkirk or Steven Pressley of Dundee as his replacement. However, they may continue to explore options within the Scottish market, as reported by the Daily Record.
Rangers have identified Dundee's Luke Graham as a top target once McInnes assumes managerial duties, according to the Daily Record.
