18 Premier League players Scottish clubs could sign before transfer window closes - from Chelsea flops to ex-Hearts star to Celtic and Rangers options

By Joel Sked
Published 19th Aug 2019, 12:53 GMT
Updated 19th Aug 2019, 13:53 GMT

Scottish football is not shy to dip into the English market for signings. Whether it be a loan of a promising youngster, a flop or an old pro.

The Premier League (and Championship) transfer market closing early has given clubs in the SPFL an opportunity. Top tier clubs in England are required to name a 25-man squad list which means a number of players are left out, while talent from the academy are presented with possible loan moves. Click and scroll through to discover 18 players who could make the move north. There are possible options for Celtic and Rangers, young Scottish talent and ex-SPFl stars.

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The wideman was on loan at St Mirren last season. Impressed in flashes.placeholder image
The wideman was on loan at St Mirren last season. Impressed in flashes.
The goalkeeper was on loan at Leeds United last season - his fifth temporary spell away from Stamford Bridge.placeholder image
The goalkeeper was on loan at Leeds United last season - his fifth temporary spell away from Stamford Bridge.
Could he be a possible answer to Celtic's left-back problem. Left out of the Chelsea Premier League squad.placeholder image
Could he be a possible answer to Celtic's left-back problem. Left out of the Chelsea Premier League squad.
The defender was a great loan addition for Aberdeen. Has been on 15 loan spells and yet to play for Chelsea.placeholder image
The defender was a great loan addition for Aberdeen. Has been on 15 loan spells and yet to play for Chelsea.
Another Stamford Bridge player who has had numerous loan spells. Would add quality to any of the midfields in Scottish football.placeholder image
Another Stamford Bridge player who has had numerous loan spells. Would add quality to any of the midfields in Scottish football.
Made his first-team debut for one of Serbia's biggest teams at 16. Signed by Chelsea in 2015 but not yet featured.placeholder image
Made his first-team debut for one of Serbia's biggest teams at 16. Signed by Chelsea in 2015 but not yet featured.
A star at Euro 2016 but has been a flop at he Foxes. Can play in a variety of attacking roles.placeholder image
A star at Euro 2016 but has been a flop at he Foxes. Can play in a variety of attacking roles.
The striker has yet to play a competitive match at first-team level. A number of clubs are keen on a striker.placeholder image
The striker has yet to play a competitive match at first-team level. A number of clubs are keen on a striker.
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