Celtic are preparing to revive their pursuit of Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis during the January transfer window. The 22-year-old Lithuanian international has emerged as a target for the Scottish club as they look to strengthen their midfield options in the new year.
What are Celtic's other midfield plans?
Alongside their interest in Gineitis, Celtic are focused on converting Oliver Sorenson's temporary arrangement into a permanent deal. The 24-year-old arrived on loan from Parma and is eager to make his move to Parkhead permanent, having impressed during his time in Scotland.
Sorenson has been studying the approach of Scotland international Scott McTominay, now at Napoli, whom he faced during his time in Italian football. The midfielder believes the lessons learned from observing McTominay's development and tactical awareness will help him establish himself as a key player for Celtic.
What is happening at Rangers?
Rangers are welcoming winger Badredine Bouanani on loan from Stuttgart. The 21-year-old German club's manager Sebastian Hoeness has given his blessing to the temporary move, expressing optimism about the young player's prospects in Scottish football.
How did Hibernian perform in the Edinburgh derby?
Hibernian suffered a 3-1 defeat at home to Hearts in Thursday's Scottish Premiership encounter. Head coach David Gray expressed frustration at defender Jack Iredale's dismissal during the match, describing the red card as "needless" and suggesting it proved costly in the context of the result.
What are former managers saying about Scottish football?
Gordon Strachan, who previously managed the Scotland national team, has called for a shift in mentality within Scottish football. He has questioned whether players are sufficiently confident in expressing themselves and taking risks with the ball, suggesting the game requires a fresh approach to tactical thinking and individual creativity.
Paul Lambert, a former Scotland captain, has also voiced concerns about the direction of the domestic game, describing his outlook as a "worry" for football in Scotland.
