Scottish football's summer transfer window is in full swing, with Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Hibernian, and Aberdeen all making significant moves. Celtic have lured set-piece specialist Ross Grant from Hearts, while Rangers have secured a £1.5 million return for Ross McCrorie and a loan deal for Ben Godfrey. Hearts have added seven new signings and a new manager, while Hibs and Aberdeen have also strengthened their squads.
Celtic Bolster Coaching Staff with Ross Grant
Celtic have appointed Ross Grant, formerly of Hearts, as their new set-piece coach. Grant was highly regarded at Tynecastle, where he helped the Jambos top the Premiership's set-piece scoring charts with 23 goals last season, level with Rangers. Derek McInnes, now Rangers manager, had previously hailed Grant as his "best signing so far" when he brought him from Dundee United to Hearts. Grant joins Martin O'Neill's backroom team as Celtic prepare for the new campaign.
On the playing front, Celtic have been linked with German goalkeeper Tjark Ernst as a replacement for the retired Kasper Schmeichel. Record Sport exclusively revealed that another loan bid for Marcelo Saracchi was rejected by Boca Juniors. Meanwhile, Arne Engels continues to attract interest from Atletico Madrid and other European clubs.
Rangers Make First Signings Under Derek McInnes
Rangers have completed their first signing under new manager Derek McInnes, bringing Ross McCrorie back to Ibrox from Bristol City for £1.5 million. McCrorie, a product of Rangers' academy, previously spent time on loan at Aberdeen and Portsmouth before joining Bristol City. He will be joined by Atlanta United centre-back Ben Godfrey, who arrives on a season-long loan with an option to buy, as exclusively reported by Record Sport. Godfrey, an England international, adds defensive depth.
Outgoings are also possible, with Nico Raskin attracting significant interest from clubs across Europe, and Stade Rennes pursuing a deal for Emmanuel Fernandez.
Hearts Active with Seven New Signings and New Manager
Hearts have been the busiest Scottish club, securing seven new faces and appointing a new manager. The latest arrivals include Sabri Guendouz, Tom Renaud, and Josh McPake, all confirmed before Wouter Vrancken was appointed on a two-year deal. The club is still in the market for a striker to bolster their attacking options.
Hibs and Aberdeen Add to Their Squads
Hibernian have signed Callum Wright from Plymouth Argyle, adding creativity to their midfield. Aberdeen have brought in their eighth signing of the window, Morocco international striker Ayoub Mouloua, as they look to improve their goal-scoring record.
Pat Nevin Urges Scottish Football to Think Big
Former Scotland winger Pat Nevin has called for a collective mindset in Scottish football following Steve Clarke's resignation as national team manager. Nevin, speaking to Record Sport, said: "We're a small country, everybody's got to be working together and that means clubs, that means all the organisations within it. They can't be small-mindedness." He believes the next appointment is crucial but that broader collaboration is needed for the national team to compete with elite nations.
