Scottish clubs push for late-window moves

What's happened

Ahead of the transfer deadline, Celtic and Rangers are pushing hard to complete deals, with Celtic chasing midfield options and a potential move for a left-back, while Rangers are eyeing a high-profile striker. Hearts and Hibs are also actively assessing last-minute options as the window closes.

What's behind the headline?

Live crunch on deadline-day moves

• Celtic has been pursuing a flurry of signings, including midfielders and a left-back, with Sorensen, van den Berg and others expected to complete in the final hours.
• Rangers are aiming to secure a striking upgrade, with Kevin Kelsy emerging as a prime target; a move could be followed by further deals depending on finance and timing.
• Hearts and Hibs are weighing last-minute options to strengthen defense and attack, aware that late deals can shift league fortunes.
• The market pattern suggests a heavy late surge in Scotland, where clubs want to settle squads before fixtures intensify.

Forecast: expect at least one major completion for Celtic or Rangers and several smaller late signings across the league as the window closes.

How we got here

The transfer window is nearing its close, with Celtic, Rangers, Hearts and Hibs all actively pursuing reinforcements after a busy summer. Deals include midfield signings for Celtic, a high-value striker target for Rangers, and potential defensive additions for Hibs and Hearts.

Our analysis

- The Scotsman reports ongoing Celtic activity and Gineitis discussions; - BBC Business confirms Celtic’s delegation in the Netherlands for van den Berg and mentions other targets; - The Scotsman covers Rangers’ pursuit of Kelsy and additional targets; - Local coverage notes Hearts and Hibs looking at last-minute options and club-specific movements.

Go deeper

• Which Celtic target will likely complete before the deadline?
• Will Rangers land the striker they want or pivot to an alternative?
• How will the late moves affect the Edinburgh derby outcome?

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