Celtic have determined they will not extend a contract offer to midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko, the 32-year-old former Chelsea and AC Milan player, following a training spell with the Scottish club during the international break.
What are the other major developments in Scottish football?
Rangers' vice-chairman Paraag Marathe has outlined the club's strategic direction, stating that the Ibrox side intends to pursue a short-term recruitment strategy designed to mount a sustained challenge against the defending Scottish Premiership champions.
At Easter Road, newly appointed Hibernian manager Marink Reedijk is settling into his role, with former club forward Derek Riordan calling for supporters and stakeholders to exercise patience as the new manager implements his vision and begins reshaping the squad.
Aberdeen midfielder Chris Cadden has praised his teammates for demonstrating resilience and character during a difficult opening phase of the season, particularly in response to supporter frustration expressed during recent matches.
What is happening at the SPFL level?
SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster has commented on the regulatory challenges facing the Premier League, suggesting that English football's governing body finds itself in a difficult position as it prepares to make determinations regarding potential rule breaches by Manchester City.
Key Facts
- Bakayoko, 32, trained with Celtic during the international break but will not receive a contract offer
- Rangers are adopting a short-term transfer approach to compete with Celtic for the Scottish Premiership title
- Hibernian's new manager Marink Reedijk is beginning his tenure at the Edinburgh club
- Aberdeen are working to overcome early-season difficulties and supporter criticism
- The SPFL chief has commented on Premier League regulatory matters involving Manchester City
