National team boss expected to extend stay
Scotland head coach Steve Clarke is close to finalising a new agreement that will keep him in charge of the national side until the 2028 European Championship.
Hearts are interested in signing Falkirk winger Calvin Miller only months after a possible return to Celtic did not happen for the 28 year old. Celtic do not intend to send young forward Callum Osmand out on loan for the 2026 27 season despite his injury hit first year in Scotland. Hannover plan discussions with Celtic over defender Maik Nawrocki after failing to win promotion to the Bundesliga and likely being unable to pay the required fee for the 25 year old.
Rangers outline summer transfer priorities
Rangers have informed their Fan Advisory Board that the next transfer window will concentrate on strengthening leadership, mentality and squad chemistry while filling important positions. Young winger Findlay Curtis is expected to return to the squad after his loan at Kilmarnock.
Aston Oxborough has gone back to Dunfermline Athletic ahead of the Scottish Cup final this Saturday following his recall from Motherwell. Aberdeen winger Nicolas Milanovic is likely to depart this summer just one year into his three year deal after being told he is not in manager Stephen Robinson plans. Ross County want to sign released Aberdeen winger Ryan Duncan but will face competition for the 22 year old.
Mixed news across other clubs and players
Hibernian forward Elie Youan who is out of contract has said he has been keen to leave for two years after failed moves to Stoke City and Legia Warsaw. Former St Johnstone striker Makenzie Kirk is expected to go out on loan to a League One side next season after struggling for regular starts at Portsmouth.
Udinese midfielder Lennon Miller stands as the highest valued player omitted from Scotlands World Cup squad at 8.7 million. Rangers Fan Advisory Board expressed worries about the teams form after the split under head coach Danny Rohl with declining sentiment and poor results against top six opponents.
Dundee head coach Steven Pressley admitted he thought about resigning during difficult periods this season. Former Rangers manager Dick Advocaat declined to explain his return as Curacao coach and is only looking ahead including a friendly against Scotland before the World Cup. Gary Naysmith requested an early announcement of his Ayr United managerial appointment to avoid misleading his Stenhousemuir players before their play off final.
