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Rangers Near Makhanya Deal; Hogh Passes Celtic Medical

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Rangers are nearing a £5m deal to sign Philadelphia Union's South Africa defender Olwethu Makhanya, 22, though some reports suggest a £3m fee. Midfielder Mohamed Diomande, 24, is eager to remain under new manager Derek McInnes despite increased competition and prefers playing alongside new teammate Cammy Devlin, 28, rather than against him.

Hearts face a daunting Champions League second qualifying round return at Tynecastle, trailing Sturm Graz 4-0. Head coach Fabio Ingolitsch expects up to five changes to the line-up for Tuesday's match.

Celtic are close to announcing Denmark forward Kasper Hogh, 25, after he passed a medical in London on Monday. The Scottish champions are set to pay Bodo/Glimt £11m, a fee former Celtic player Vidar Riseth believes is half the striker's true value.

Dundee United are set to sign Basaksehir midfielder Abdoulaye Yoro, 19, while Philadelphia Union left-back Philippe Ndinga, 21, is expected to join Zulte Waregem instead of moving to Tannadice.