Heart of Midlothian appear on the verge of adding Versailles midfielder Tom Renaud to their roster, a move that would deepen their creative options ahead of the new campaign. Across the border, Aberdeen have emerged as the latest suitor for Hibernian winger Martin Boyle, signalling a potential shift in the Scottish Premiership's attacking balance.

Hearts' pursuit of Renaud follows interest from Norwegian clubs in forward Claudio Braga before his summer transfer, underscoring the club's scouting reach. Derek McInnes admitted he broke his loan‑avoidance habit to secure 24‑year‑old midfielder Marc Leonard from Birmingham City, believing the player fit the team's immediate needs. Meanwhile, interim Celtic boss Martin O'Neill insists Callum McGregor must anchor the club's rebuild despite recent criticism.

Former Celtic left‑back Matthew Anderson still harbours hopes of returning to Glasgow after helping Kortrijk clinch promotion, while teenage centre‑back Hayden Borland signed a deal lasting to 2029 despite English interest. Los Angeles‑based centre‑half Ryan Porteous remains optimistic about a Scotland World Cup call‑up after a recent chat with Steve Clarke. In England, ex‑Scotland striker Dougie Freedman is in advanced talks to become Tottenham Hotspur’s co‑sporting director alongside Sebastian Kehl, signalling a fresh strategic direction.