Rangers boss Michael Beale has been very open about his recruitment ambitions and is set to unveil Todd Cantwell. The Light Blues are also interested in Morgan Whittaker and Nicolas Raskin as well.
Table-toppers Celtic got the January ball rolling long before the old year ended with Canadian international Alistair Johnston and J-League stars Tomoki Iwata and Yuki Kobayashi arriving at Parkhead. Josip Juranovic has sealed his move to Union Berlin, and Giorgos Giakoumakis could follow him out the Parkhead exit door – and could Oh Hyeon-gyu be the next big signing instead of Cho Gue-sung?
Hearts boss Robbie Neilson is another of the busier managers. Australian international Guarang Kuol arrived last week to add to fellow new-starts James Hill and Yutaro Oda at Tynecastle.
Ryan Porteous is expected to leave Hibs before the end of the window with clubs in France, Italy and England looking at him but he’s still around Easter Road to welcome new signing James Jeggo.
Aberdeen made two signings in one day in the first week of the window, with Graeme Shinnie’s return the highlight, but other than that have been fairly quiet. Could that change after the 5-0 loss to Hearts or before the dangerous trip to Darvel?
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Fireball
Josip Juranovic has posted a poignant farewell message after leaving for Celtic for Union Berlin.
The Croatian right-back thanked Hoops fans and his team-mates for contributing to a memorable time at the club.
He wrote on Instagram: What can I say…..what a memorable 18 months.
“My family and I will always remember every part of that journey 🍀
“Thank you for making this a special time for us.
“Sharing the dressing room with so many amazing temmates in this short period of time was unforgettable experience!
“It was my pleasure working with manager,coaches and staff members.
“Big thanks to the fans. Each and every one of you made me feel special.
“Fireball ☄️ will be always close to my heart! Glasgow will always be GREEN AND WHITE! Once a CELT, always a CELT. 🍀💚”
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Good Korea move
Aaron Mooy reckons Celtic won’t go far wrong if they’re shopping in the Korean market.
The club are set to conclude the £2.5m signing of striker Oh Hyeon-gyu in the coming days.
And Mooy – who faced Korean teams in the Asian Champions League during his time in China – backed the move.
The Aussie said: “I don’t know too much about it but I’ve played against Korean teams in the Asian Champions League, so I know how good they are.
“It’s a really professional league, the players are all very fit and strong, as Korean players tend to be.
“The manager obviously has a good eye for a player. Well, he brought me here!”
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Far and wide
Rangers are set to run the rule over 16-year-old Ugandan star Alex Yiga, it’s being claimed.
A report in his homeland claims that the highly-rated teenager, who plays for Kampala Capital City Authority youth academy, is travelling to Glasgow to undergo a trial with the Glasgow giants.
He is pictured saying an emotional goodbye to his mother ahead of the trial.
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Just one more
Hearts boss Robbie Neilson admitted after the Scottish Cup win over Hibs that he still plans to add one more player before the transfer window closes.
The Jambos have been linked with former star Callum Paterson but have added the likes of Yutaro Oda, James Hill and Garang Kuol already during this window.
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Oh Happy Day
By David Friel
CELTIC are set to complete the £2.5million signing of Oh Hyeon-gyu in the coming days.
The Hoops have agreed terms with the South Korean striker, who has been given the green light to travel to Glasgow.
Oh Hyeon-Gyu is on his way to the Hoops Suwon Samsung Bluewings finally admitted defeat in their battle to keep Oh after weeks of talks with the Celtic.
The 21-year-old pushed for a dream move to Europe and he is now set to be granted his wish.
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Parting message
Union Berlin have promised Celtic they’ll “look after” Josip Juranovic.
The Croatian defender sealed his Parkhead exit by joining the in-form Bundesliga outfit in a £10million deal.
Juranovic has joined Union BerlinCredit: Reuters After the transfer was announced, the club posted: “We know how much you have treasured Josip, and how much he loved playing for Celtic.
“So please know that we’ll look after him, he’ll be a hero here, and even though there’s not as many of us here, we’ll try to shout his name as loud as you ever could. Cheers and love. Eisern!”
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One Haal of a player
Erling Haaland scored his FOURTH hat-trick of the season by bagging a treble against Wolves this afternoon.
The big striker, who joined Manchester City in the summer transfer window’s blockbuster deal, has now taken his tally to 25 league goals already this season.
That’s more than the entire campaign total of 23 reached by the EPL’s joint-top scorers Mo Salah and Son Heung-min in 2021/22.
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Up for the cup
Away from the transfer business, Hearts have thumped city rivals Hibs 3-0 in this afternoon’s Scottish Cup derby showdown.
Josh Ginnelly, Lawrence Shankland – who was later sent off – and Toby Sibbick all scored at Easter Road.
Sibbick rounded-off the scoring with a cracking effortCredit: PA The Jambos now move on to the fifth round draw which you can follow with us here at SunSport.
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Dusan deal?
Juventus have had a dire week with the Serie A giants slapped with a 15-point deduction amid transfer irregularities.
It leaves them 12 points off the pace in the race for Champions League football and without a seat at European football’s top table many key stars might be tempted to move elswhere.
Dusan Vlahovic could be one of those players, according to 90min.
The report claims Juve could be willing to let him go and the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea, PSG and Bayern Munich are understood to be interested.
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Leand-go
Leandro Trossard could be given a baptism of fire as an Arsenal player today.
He’s on the bench for the Gunners for this afternoon’s blockbuster showdown with Manchester United.
The Belgian forward only joined from Brighton two days ago.
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Done deal!
News of a done deal from the Championship to bring you now.
Hamilton Accies have landed highly-rated striker Dylan Stephenson on loan from Premier League high flyers Newcastle.
The 20-year old impressed – and scored – during the Toon’s recent trip to Saudi Arabia and he’ll now get first team experience in Scotland.
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Barca to Brazil?
Luis Enrique’s reign as Spain boss came to an end after the recent World Cup, but could he be set for a quickfire return to international management?
That’s the talk of the moment with reports suggesting the former Barcelona skipper and boss could be the next BRAZIL head coach.
They’re on the lookout for a replacement for Tite, who left that role after disappointment in Qatar.
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Adam ambition
Scotland starlet Josh Adam could be on his way to France.
The under-21 international, currently with EPL giants Manchester City, is in talks over a move to Lorient.
Adam was in Celtic’s youth setup before leaving aged 16 to join City in 2020.
But he could now be on the move again with the Ligue 1 side hoping to snap him up, according to the Athletic.
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Jura talks
Now former Celtic star Josip Juranovic has revealed why he couldn’t say no to Union Berlin.
The defender has completed his move to the Bundesliga outfit in a deal that could net the Hoops £10m.
Juranovic has left Celtic after a year and a halfCredit: Getty After the switch was sealed, Juranovic said: “The fulfils my dream of being able to play in one of the best football leagues in the world,” the Croat said.
“The Bundesliga is intense and robust, which suits my game. In Berlin, I want to improve even more and take the next step in my career.”
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Hands-off
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has branded Eduardo Camavinga as ‘untouchable.’
It follows reports that Arsenal were considering a move for the France midfield ace.
Ancelotti said: “We will not let Camavinga leave, he’s untouchable — like Modrić and Toni Kroos.”
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Porteous starts
The huge Edinburgh Derby showdown between Hibs and Hearts is just about to kick-off at Easter Road.
A place in the fifth round of the Scottish Cup is up for grabs.
Ryan Porteous starts for Hibs in what could well be his farewell performance for the club.
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Done deal! Juranovic seals exit
Celtic have confirmed Josip Juranovic has left for Union Berlin.
The 28-year old exits Parkhead after 18 months in a deal that will net the Hoops £10million.
He’s been a man in demand after his superb showing for Croatia at the World Cup.
After being linked with some of Europe’s biggest clubs, it’s Bundesliga high flyers Union who have won the transfer chase.
Juranovic flew out to Germany yesterday having watched on as the Hoops thrashed Morton in the Scottish Cup.
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No Joe
Joe Aribo’s Rangers exit for Southampton was one of the big stories of the last transfer window.
But his move to the Premier League hasn’t been a roaring success, with Saints sitting bottom of the table.
Aribo training with SaintsCredit: Getty He’s also struggled for game time since Nathan Jones’ appointment as manager, and the St Mary’s gaffer has been addressing that very situation.
He told the Daily Echo: “We’ve got a lot of midfield players, a lot of people. So we’re just trying to find a balance in there where we get the best out of everyone. Joe has been been a little bit of a victim but he’s played well. He came into the game against Crystal Palace the other day and had an impact.
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Jak-pot
Arsenal are set to unveil Polish defender Jakub Kiwior as their latest signing.
The £22million-man has completed his medical and his switch from Italian side Spezia is almost complete.
Kiwior will follow Leandro Trossard to the Gunners after the Belgian forward joined from Brighton earlier in the week.
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Done deal!
Bonnyrigg Rose have had a busy month and they’ve landed a new goalkeeper.
Falkirk stopper Paddy Martin has joined the League Two side on loan for the rest of the season.
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He Ant up for staying
Antonio Conte will LEAVE Tottenham at the end of the season, according to a report.
Leading Italian journalist Gianluca DiMarzio claims that Spurs won’t trigger the 12-month extension in their boss’ contract, which runs out at the end of the current season.
DiMarzio said: “The news I can tell you with certainty is that Antonio Conte will leave Tottenham at the end of the season. There was no spark, his contract is expiring and the club has not asked him for a renewal.
“The club does not like the frequent jibes. Conte wants players to win, while the club prefers to trade, the feeling with the club has not clicked.”
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Daws-in
Wolves’ busy January has continued with the arrival of experienced defender Craig Dawson.
The 32-year old heads to Molineux for £3.3million and he’s penned a two-and-a-half-year contract.
Wolves had already added Pablo Sarabia, Mario Lemina and Matheus Cunha this month.
Julen Lopetegui led his side out of the Premier League’s bottom three last week and they remain outside the relegation zone ahead of this afternoon’s trip to Manchester City.
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Penney for Well’s thoughts
Matt Penney had been playing a key role for Motherwell this season.
But the left-back’s six-month loan from Ipswich expired this month and Well boss Stevie Hammell had hoped to bring him back.
However, any hopes of that were dashed last night as Penney instead joined Charlton on loan for the rest of the campaign.
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Goodbye?
What a game in store later today as Hearts and Hibs do battle for a place in the Scottish Cup fifth round.
It could also be a farewell for Hibees hero Ryan Porteous.
The 23-year old looks set to depart Leith this month and he’ll be hoping for a fairytale ending at Easter Road today.
Blackburn have a bid on the table for Porteous, who also has interest from Europe.
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Long haul
Alejandro Garnacho could be about to pen a huge EIGHT-YEAR deal at Manchester United.
The 18-year old has impressed this season after breaking into the first team and United want to make sure he’s in for the long haul.
The Mirror claim they want to hand him a mega eight-year deal but the player’s representatives favour a four-year contract.
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