Benjamin Nygren has confirmed he attracted summer transfer interest but insists his complete commitment remains with Celtic. The Sweden midfielder, who joined the Glasgow club from Nordsjaelland in June 2025 on a five-year contract, is determined to concentrate on his performances for the Scottish champions.
Nygren's revelation comes as Rangers prepare for a crucial League Cup quarter-final clash against Celtic. According to a national sports broadcaster, the match will take place on Sunday 13 September at noon at Ibrox, with Rangers providing Celtic with 300 tickets for the fixture.
What is the latest on Rangers' transfer activity?
Rangers have moved to block any potential moves for midfielder Nicolas Raskin to the Saudi Pro League until the January transfer window opens. The club has also rejected a second bid from Turkish side Besiktas for the Belgian midfielder, according to reports from a major sports outlet. Raskin's situation remains unresolved as Rangers have not yet received an offer that meets their valuation, meaning his future could be revisited when the winter window arrives.
The departure of midfielder Thelo Aasgaard to Anderlecht has altered Rangers' midfield landscape, influencing their stance on potential departures. Nedim Bajrami, who moved to Saudi club Al-Taawoun on loan from Rangers, has been deemed ineligible for the AFC Champions League Two due to financial reasons.
Who is returning to Rangers' coaching staff?
Former Rangers defender Stevie Smith, who served as caretaker manager for one match last season, is returning to the club in a coaching capacity with the under-19s squad. This appointment marks Smith's return to Ibrox after his brief spell in temporary charge.
What are the predictions for Sunday's Old Firm derby?
Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson has urged the club to adopt an aggressive approach in the upcoming League Cup quarter-final, calling on the team to "go for the jugular" and ensure Celtic "should be made to hate every single second" of the derby encounter.
Ex-Celtic striker Chris Sutton has weighed in on team selection, recalling his own experience of being deployed at centre-half during an Old Firm match at Ibrox. Sutton insists the derby is "no place for experiments" and predicts that Camilo Duran will operate as a central striker rather than being used on the left wing.
What about other Scottish football moves?
Hibernian head coach David Gray has declined to comment on speculation linking the club with free agent Danny Ings. However, Gray acknowledged that Hibernian has benefited from experienced forwards in recent seasons, pointing to Junior Hoilett and Dwight Gayle as examples of established attacking talent who have made positive contributions to the squad.
What happens next?
The Old Firm derby takes place on Sunday 13 September at Ibrox in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals. Rangers and Celtic agreed on 4 September that away supporters will not attend Old Firm matches in SPFL competitions for the remainder of the season. The next scheduled meeting between the sides in league competition is set for 20 September.
Key Facts:
- Benjamin Nygren has attracted summer transfer interest but remains committed to Celtic
- Rangers will block Nicolas Raskin moves to Saudi Arabia until January and have rejected a second Besiktas bid
- The League Cup quarter-final between Rangers and Celtic takes place on Sunday 13 September at noon at Ibrox
- Away supporters will not attend Old Firm matches in SPFL competitions for the rest of the season
- Stevie Smith is returning to Rangers as under-19s coach
