Scottish Football Gossip: Rangers, Celtic, Hearts, St Johnstone, Ross County
Sheffield United is reportedly in the lead to secure the services of Rangers midfielder Joe Rothwell during the January transfer window. Several other English teams are also showing interest in Rothwell, who has found limited playing time under manager Danny Rohl.
Midfield Changes at Rangers
In a related development, Rangers are considering signing Jens Hjerto-Dahl, a midfielder from Tromsø, as part of their midfield restructuring strategy. This move aligns with their focus on improving squad depth and performance.
Potential Return of Joe Aribo
There are indications that Joe Aribo, a former player, might make a return to Rangers. According to Marvin Bartley, a coach at Livingston, negotiations could lead to Aribo’s arrival as early as next month.
Celtic’s Transfer Strategies
Celtic is eyeing a potential acquisition of Louis Munteanu, a striker from CFR Cluj. The Romanian club has recently reduced their asking price to £5.2 million, making Munteanu an appealing option for Celtic.
St Johnstone and Hearts Discussions
Josh McPake, a midfielder for St Johnstone, is reportedly discussing a pre-contract agreement with Hearts. However, it appears unlikely that a transfer will occur before the upcoming summer.
Ross County’s Recent Performance
In a turn of events, Ross County’s manager, Tony Docherty, expressed disappointment following a crushing 6-0 loss to Raith Rovers. He publicly apologized to the fans for the team’s poor showing.
Key Transfer Links
- Joe Rothwell – Sheffield United leading January interest
- Jens Hjerto-Dahl – Potential signing for Rangers from Tromsø
- Joe Aribo – Possible return to Rangers next month
- Louis Munteanu – Celtic interested after reduced asking price
- Josh McPake – In talks with Hearts for a pre-contract
- Tony Docherty – Apologizes to fans post heavy defeat
