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If Philippe Clement can land his targets then there could be a very South American feel to Rangers next season. Brazilian left back Jefte has already signed. Now he’s on the trail of Chilean defender Thomas Galmades and Penarol midfielder Damian Garcia. Closer to home and Liam Kelly could be set for an Ibrox return, while Borna Barisic, John Lundstram, Ryan Jack and Kemar Roofe head for the exit.
Keeping the big names may end up being Celtic’s priority. Urawa Red Diamonds are said to be plotting a big-money raid for Kyogo, while there’s interest from England and Europe for Matt O’Riley, even after missing out on Denmark’s Euro 2024 squad. A new goalkeeper is required after Joe Hart’s retirement, with Man Utd’s Altay Bayindir the latest to be linked.
Jimmy Thelin gets to work at Aberdeen next week. Record Sport exclusively revealed that the Dons hold an interest in Rangers’ Robby McCrorie, who could jump at the chance of first team football with Kelle Roos set to depart Pittodrie.
Yan Dhanda, Blair Spittal and James Penrice will all join Hearts after agreeing pre-contracts with Ryan Fulton also an option to provide cover between the sticks.
A new manager is top of the agenda at Hibs, who won’t have Myziane Maolida in their ranks next season after he confirmed he isn’t going to sign permanently from Hertha Berlin.
In England, Chelsea have appointed Enzo Maresca as their new boss while Man Utd are yet to make a decision on Erik ten Hag’s future.
