Scottish club, founded 1909, top-flight mainstay from Tannadice Park
The Scotsman reports on recent footbal results and player movements involving Scottish players abroad, including McKenna’s display for Dinamo Zagreb in Europe, Gauld’s MLS braces for Vancouver, and Gunn’s challenging MLS debut for San Jose, alongside the Guardian and Independent coverage of England and international players.
Rangers will warm up for their first competitive match under Derek McInnes with a friendly against West Ham United at Ibrox on July 26. The game is part of a busy pre-season schedule that also includes an Austrian training camp before the Europa League third qualifying round.
Rangers focus on strengthening ahead of the new season as multiple targets are linked. John Souttar and Danilo remain in transfer talks, while clubs in Scotland, England and abroad monitor a range of players from the Ibrox squad.
The independent review into March’s Old Firm clash has highlighted near-misses, planning failures, and a call for stronger sanctions and accountability for clubs. Hearings are set for August 13 as the SFA publishes its findings.
Celtic have signed Camilo Duran and face recruitment constraints as they lose Kelechi Iheanacho to Bursaspor. O’Neill says progress on other targets is possible, while Celtic’s summer activity remains limited amid competition from bigger clubs.
Celtic are pursuing Mika Baur for a reported 4m fee as Daizen Maeda edges toward a move to Ipswich Town. Personal terms have been agreed with Baur, while Ipswich are negotiating for Maeda and other Celtic targets attract interest across Europe.