Connor Barron Targeted by Bologna, Lazio and Frankfurt

Midfielder at the Centre of Transfer Interest

Connor Barron is attracting attention from three clubs after a impressive season with Rangers and Scotland. Italian sides Bologna and Lazio, as well as German outfit Eintracht Frankfurt, have all expressed an interest in the 23‑year‑old midfielder. The emerging talent is seen as a solid addition to bolster central creative options. His Scotland role adds international pedigree to the transfer speculation.

Rangers Keep an Eye on Youth Talent

Rangers remain linked to several young prospects amid their summer rebuilding. Partizan Belgrade have completed the signing of Kenyan defender Timothy Ouma from Slavia Prague, while Rangers are monitored for Vanja Dragojevic, a 20‑year‑old target. Meanwhile, Tromsø have rejected all offers for 20‑year‑old midfielder Jens Hjerto‑Dahl, a reported Rangers target. These moves suggest the Ibrox club is weighing multiple options in the midfield sector.

Midfield Shift Leaves Rangers Squad reshuffled

Two senior players will not join Rangers on their pre‑season trip to Spain. Centre‑half John Souttar and striker Danilo were omitted from the squad heading to the training camp. Both are expected to leave Ibrox this summer, signalling a clear out of the first‑team roster. The decision reflects the club’s intention to refresh the lineup ahead of the new campaign.

Celtic Linked to Goalkeeper and Other Targets

Celtic are pursuing a fresh face in goal, with interest in 22‑year‑old Manchester United keeper Radek Vitek. The club also remains keen on Reims midfielder Mory Gbane, a 27‑year‑old attracting bids from Celtic, Trabzonspor and West Ham United.

Meanwhile, Celtic’s hopes of signing 24‑year‑old Haissem Hassan are growing as Real Oviedo prepare to lower their asking price. Adding to the competition, Argentine side Estudiantes de La Plata are chasing left‑back Marcelo Saracchi, who has been placed on the transfer list by Boca Juniors after a loan spell. These movements indicate Celtic’s active approach in bolstering depth across the pitch.

Other Notable Scottish and Lower‑League Moves

Fulham have agreed to sign 16‑year‑old Celtic winger Erskine Rennie for a £100,000 compensation fee. Meanwhile, Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin says Will Ferry is unlikely to feature until his future is settled after rejecting a £1.8 million move to a Czech club. Heart of Midlothian boss Wouter Vrancken reports no firm offers for Claudio Braga, despite interest in the 26‑year‑old forward.

In Scotland, veteran Dundee captain Simon Murray revealed he played much of last season with a partially torn ACL. Torino sporting director Gianluca Petrachi will speak with Che Adams upon his return from World Cup duty, exploring whether the 29‑year‑old striker stays at the Serie A club. Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson is hunting two wide players after Finland winger Topi Keskinen departed. Finally, St Johnstone are deciding on trialist Bozo Mikulic, a 29‑year‑old defender who impressed in pre‑season after recovering from a long‑term injury.