The 12 clubs agreed to bring the winter break forward after the Scottish Government brought in restrictions on crowds for large-scale events. The lifting of the 500-person cap coincided with the start of a full round of midweek fixtures in the top flight.
Due to Hibs’ involvement in the Scottish Cup fourth round on Thursday, their clash with Celtic at Parkhead was scheduled for Monday. And it wasn’t a great evening for the Easter Road side. Shaun Maloney's men were forced to rue a great chance passed up by Kevin Nisbet in the opening minutes as the home side ran out comfortable 2-0 winners.
New signings Reo Hatate and Daizen Maeda endeared themselves to the Celtic support with the former earning man of the match and the latter opening the scoring. Josip Juranovic added the second from the spot.
“When you get to know him he is a very, very determined young man," Postecoglou said of Hatate. “He shows signs of reaching the very top of the game. He doesn’t just want to enjoy the ride, he has some sights and ambition to be the best player he can be and reach the top.”
Meanwhile, there are under two weeks until the close of the January transfer window. Monday saw Tony Watt complete his move to Dundee United from Motherwell having signed a pre-contract agreement.
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5. Starlet eyed by Rangers
Rangers are one of a number of clubs chasing Millwall striker Zak Lovelace. Just 15 years of age, the teenager has already made his debut for the Lions. The Ibrox club face competition from the likes of Leicester City and Brighton & Hove Albion. (Daily Record) Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
6. Hernandez's Dons career over
Aberdeen have confirmed they will receive “a significant fee” for the transfer of Ronnie Hernandez to Atlanta United. The Venezuelan international struggled for game time at Pittodrie and was loaned to MLS and the club the Dons have a strategic partnership with. Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack said: “We’ve recouped the vast majority of our investment in the player with the potential for future returns through a sizeable sell-on.” (Aberdeen FC) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
7. EPL side want Hickey
Brentford are weighing up a move for Aaron Hickey. The former Hearts starlet has impressed in Serie A this season with Bologna where he has been the first-choice left wing-back. The Bees are looking to sign in the wing-back position and see Hickey’s versatility as a huge bonus. (Sky Sports) Photo: Ciancaphoto Studio
8. Serie A interest in Ferguson
Serie A side Cagliari have made a move for Aberdeen midfielder Lewis Ferguson. The Italians want to take the Dons star on loan for the remainder of the season. The offer includes a clause where Cagliari can make the move permanent in the summer for £3.5million. (Sky Sport) Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group