Celtic have cooled their pursuit of Hibernian midfielder Miguel Chaiwa after refusing to match the Edinburgh club's £7m valuation. The 22-year-old Zambia international remains a target, but the Parkhead side will only stretch to £5m for the player who impressed last season. Hibs appear determined to hold out for their asking price as the transfer window approaches its final month.

The frustration extends beyond this single deal, with former Celtic striker Chris Sutton branding the club's transfer activity 'just a mess'. Meanwhile, Celtic prepare a fresh approach for Sandefjord centre-half Zinedin Smajlovic after their initial £3.5m offer was knocked back. The Bosnia-Herzegovina international represents another defensive option as Brendan Rodgers looks to strengthen his squad for the new campaign.

Across the city, Rangers face interest from Real Betis in midfielder Nicolas Raskin, with the Spanish side viewing him as potential cover for Dani Ceballos. Rangers are also exploring a straight swap deal with Hull City involving goalkeepers Jack Butland and Ivor Pandur. Aberdeen edge closer to signing Moroccan striker Ayoub Mouloua from FUS Rabat as they bolster attacking options.

With Kelechi Iheanacho's contract extension option now expired and the striker training alone in Nigeria, Celtic's attacking reinforcements remain unclear. The transfer impasse suggests both Old Firm clubs may need to adjust expectations before the window closes.