Bologna remain keen on Connor Barron, who they were interested in before he joined Rangers, and the Italian club’s interest could yet come into play over a potential swap deal for fellow Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson.
Rangers could be persuaded to sell Thelo Aasgaard if they receive a substantial offer in the coming weeks for the 24‑year‑old Norway midfielder, who has attracted interest from Atalanta and other clubs.
Independent are considering a move for Marcelo Saracchi after Boca Juniors rejected Celtic’s approach to bring the 28‑year‑old left‑back on a second loan spell, according to sources in Argentina.
Hertha Berlin head coach Stefan Leitl says it was always planned for Tjark Ernst to miss their 15‑0 friendly victory in Frohnau, but the 23‑year‑old goalkeeper is scheduled to play in Lichtenberg on Wednesday despite Celtic and Feyenoord being ready to trigger his £4.3 million release clause.
Sandefjord are set to sell Zinedin Smajlovic to Olympiakos for a club‑record £5.1 million, having turned down a £3.5 million offer from Celtic for the 22‑year‑old central defender.
St Johnstone will give former Leeds United winger Liam McCarron a trial after the 25‑year‑old was released by Boston United.

