Record Sport's top team tackle the big domestic issues of the week as Scotland continues its World Cup adventure. With Derek McInnes now at the helm of Rangers, the jury has drawn up an Ibrox wishlist, highlighting four key transfer priorities.
What's the first order of business for Derek McInnes at Rangers?
Andy Newport: Building a squad capable of competing for honours. The addition of Lawrence Shankland is a good first step, but Gers need more – a lot more – of his type. Derek McInnes will be well aware of that, though. Expect him to prioritise recruits who can match a steely character with a dependable first touch.
Fraser Wilson: To get his squad in the shape he wants. Identify who can be cut adrift and sold for decent money, and bring in a minimum of four players – a right back, a central defender, a midfielder, and a quality wide man. Derek McInnes can then work on galvanising the group like he did at Hearts.
Michael Gannon: There will be a lot of talk about adding some Scottish steel and so on, but the priority for McInnes should be adding creative quality in the middle of the pitch and in the wide areas for Rangers. The Ibrox side need game changers that can make games more comfortable rather than the weekly scraps they had last term.
Should Celtic fans be worried about the club's quiet summer so far?
Andy Newport: Probably not. We go through this same rigmarole every summer as the Hoops hierarchy sits around twiddling thumbs before making a flurry of late moves in the window. It hasn't done much to dent their trophy chances so far, but you do wonder how long they can keep this act up.
Fraser Wilson: Yes. They will be suffering horrendous flashbacks to recent windows where things have been left too late. Even at this stage last season they had their marquee signing, Kieran Tierney, in place. But so far not a jot. And considering they need to invest in almost every area of the squad, that's a worry.
Michael Gannon: It's still early, but the longer Celts dither, the tougher the job it will be to get ready for the start of the new season and the crucial Champions League qualifier. It's too soon to panic, but Hoops fans don't want a repeat of the late scrambles they've had to endure in recent transfer windows.
What are Hearts' expectations for next season after losing Derek McInnes and Lawrence Shankland?
Andy Newport: I'm torn on how the Jambos will fare. You can look at this as a chance to go full Jamestown max after their halfway-house under Derek McInnes. On the other hand, they've lost some huge figures who will be tough to replace. It will be fascinating to see how it pans out.
Fraser Wilson: Tony Bloom has set the expectations. Graeme Jones has confirmed them. It's to improve year on year. That means challenging at the top of the table again and – crucially – winning some silverware in the cups. And that's going to require both the manager and captain being replaced successfully.
Michael Gannon: It's going to be fascinating to see how they go as the Jambos are going to go full Bloom. It might mean it takes a season of readjustment with an influx of new players before going again. Hearts will be fighting in the top three again, but they'll need new players to make instant impressions if they are to be in the mix for the title.
What will success look like for new Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson?
Andy Newport: Jens Berthel Askou has set the bar high, but it would be harsh on the new boss to expect him to match last year's achievements. But Motherwell is a club on the up, and a top-six place should be the target.
Fraser Wilson: Talk about big boots to fill. Askou has left a pair of size 15s at the door in Fir Park, and it takes a brave man to follow. But Johansson does inherit a talented squad, and if they can keep them together, then one area Askou failed at was in the cups. Maybe a cup final wouldn't be out of reach this time.
Michael Gannon: Johansson will be hard pushed to repeat a top four finish, but he fits a similar profile to JBA and can pick up the reins. The worry for Motherwell is they lose some of their star turns, with the likes of Elijah Just and Elliot Watt in high demand. If the Swede can secure a top six spot, it'll be a job well done.
