It’s another big night in Scottish football with four of the top-flight clubs in European action as they look to progress to the play-off round of the Europa League qualifying round. The quartet all face tricky ties away from home to progress.
Much has been made of the coefficient in Scotland with the Premiership getting two Champions League spots from next season. But it requires Aberdeen, Celtic, Motherwell and Rangers to continue to progress and surprise to keep that going.
Scroll down and click through for Thursday’s gossip column with all the latest news from around the SPFL. Check back in at the same time tomorrow for more of the same.
5. Edouard to start in Riga
Odsonne Edouard will come back into the Celtic team for theirEuropa League clash with Riga. The Frenchman sat out the win over Livingston which fuelled speculation but manager Neil Lennon said it was solely about keeping the squad fresh and balanced with plenty of games on the horizon. (Various) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
6. Murphy won't leave on loan
Rangers ‘target’ Jacob Murphy won’t be moving on loan this season. The Newcastle United winger impressed in the club’s Carabao Cup win over Morecambe, scoring in a 7-0 win. Manager Steve Bruce ruled out a loan move, saying “he deserves to stay with us”. (Shields Gazette) Photo: Pool
7. McPake to complete loan switch
Rangers youngster Josh McPake is set to seal a move to Greenock Morton on Thursday. Terms have been agreed between the two clubs and a medical completed ahead of a season-long loan. (Football Insider) Photo: SNS Group Craig Foy
8. Rangers left baffled over Steven Gerrard charge
Rangers have hit out at the Scottish FA over a “bizarre charge” which has seen boss Steven Gerrard hit with a notice of complaint for comments made regarding a challenge from Dundee United defender Ryan Edwards on Alfredo Morelos. Rangers have confirmed they will “robustly” challenge the charge. (Various) Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group