Transfer Market Heats Up Across Scotland

Rangers Face Premier League Competition for Rak-Sakyi
The Scottish Sun reports Rangers' pursuit of Crystal Palace winger Jesurun Rak-Sakyi has intensified with a Premier League club entering negotiations. The 21-year-old, who impressed during his 2022-23 loan spell at Charlton Athletic, now becomes subject to a cross-border tug-of-war.

Celtic's Frontline Reinforcement Plans
Brendan Rodgers confirmed Celtic's urgent need for attacking reinforcements, telling The Sun: "Our Champions League ambitions demand clinical finishers." This comes as speculation grows about potential moves for Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Arsenal's Kieran Tierney, who reportedly accepted reduced wages for his Celtic return.

Tynecastle Transfer Update
Hearts await visa clearance for Bosnian striker Sabah Kerjota and Burkina Faso midfielder Pierre Landry Kabore. The Edinburgh Evening News suggests both could debut in next week's friendly against Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt.

Defensive Depth at Parkhead
New Celtic defender Auston Trusty told the Daily Record: "Competition breeds excellence. Training alongside Tierney elevates everyone's game." The former Sheffield United center-back highlighted Champions League preparation as key to his signing.

Rangers' Climate Preparation Strategy
Manager Russell Martin revealed to Scottish Sun reporters: "Our St George's training camp replicates Panathinaikos' expected 35°C match conditions." This follows Rangers' 1-1 draw with Barnsley, where Martin noted "improved positional discipline" ahead of crucial UCL qualifiers.

Other Scottish Football Moves

• St Johnstone's Andre Raymond nears HJK Helsinki switch (The Courier)
• Motherwell monitoring Dundee United's Kai Fotheringham
• Aberdeen close to securing Liverpool youngster James Balagizi on loan

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