Celtic, Rangers in transfer talks with Tahirovic and Reynolds for 2026

Celtic are pursuing Bosnia and Herzegovina midfielder Benjamin Tahirovic as Rangers eye American right-back Bryan Reynolds.

Celtic pursue Tahirovic Celtic have reached out to Brondby regarding the availability of 23-year-old Bosnia and Herzegovina midfielder Benjamin Tahirovic. Tahirovic has made 28 international appearances for his country. Fulham, Nottingham Forest, and Sunderland are also interested in 22-year-old Celtic midfielder Arne Engels. ## Celtic manager's future Jackie McNamara believes former club Celtic should expect transfer interest in Canada right-back Alistair Johnston, 27. McNamara also praised manager Martin O'Neill for leading Celtic to a domestic double last season despite multiple injuries. O'Neill, 74, was seen at Glasgow Airport and is expected to remain in charge next season. ## Celtic defender to Swansea Swansea City are close to signing out-of-contract Celtic centre-back Stephen Welsh after his loan spell at Motherwell. Welsh, 26, has agreed to a two-year deal with an additional one-year extension option for the Championship club. ## Rangers target Reynolds Rangers have shown serious interest in 24-year-old American right-back Bryan Reynolds, whose contract expires next year. Westerlo are open to a transfer with Reynolds missing out on their World Cup squad. Rangers aim to replace James Tavernier at right-back. ## Hull and Middlesbrough eye Dan Neil Hull City are considering a move for 24-year-old midfielder Dan Neil, who has discussed leaving Sunderland. Championship rivals Middlesbrough are also interested in the player. ## Rangers keep Butland Rangers have no plans to sell 33-year-old goalkeeper Jack Butland despite Premier League clubs showing interest in him as a backup option. ## Leicester eyes Russell Martin Leicester are in talks with former Southampton and Rangers head coach Russell Martin for their managerial role following relegation to League One. ## Scotland avoid Haiti heartbreak Maurice Malpas does not expect Scotland to repeat the disappointment of his generation's loss to Costa Rica in 1990 against Haiti in their opening World Cup match. ## Dundee United chase Babos Dundee United have held discussions over signing 22-year-old Videoton winger Bence Babos but face competition for his signature. ## Aberdeen's Mayo earns praise Richard Foster believes new Aberdeen defender Lewis Mayo, 26, will make a strong impact at the club where Foster once captained. Foster backs Mayo as a positive addition to the team. ## Scotland transfer deadline The summer transfer window in Scotland will close on September 3, which is two days later than other territories such as England.