Celtic manager Martin O'Neill confirmed the club's chief executive Michael Nicholson has held talks with the agent of striker Kelechi Iheanacho and left-back Marcelo Saracchi, both of whom featured at Parkhead last season. O'Neill acknowledged discussions are underway but stopped short of guaranteeing deals, while declining to address speculation linking the club with Reims midfielder Mory Gbane.

Boca Juniors have listed Uruguay international Saracchi, 28, for sale, potentially clearing a path for his return to Glasgow. The defender made 15 appearances during his previous loan spell. Iheanacho, who arrived in January, scored twice in 12 outings before his short-term deal expired.

Elsewhere, Aberdeen banked more than £1m from Danish side Odense for winger Topi Keskinen, 23, securing a healthy profit on the Finland international signed just last summer. Rangers remain in pursuit of Tromso midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl, with the Norwegian club's head coach Jorgen Vik confirming the 19-year-old can depart for the right fee.

Celtic's dual pursuit signals intent to reinforce attacking and defensive depth before the window closes, while Aberdeen's Keskinen sale funds further recruitment. Rangers' chase for Hjerto-Dahl highlights their focus on youthful midfield options as all three Glasgow clubs reshape squads for domestic and European demands.