Leverkusen joins German clubs eyeing Rangers boss Rohl in 2026

Bayer Leverkusen is among German clubs considering Rangers manager Danny Rohl for their head coaching role.

Rohl in German club crosshairs Danny Rohl, currently in charge at Rangers, finds himself once more a candidate for vacant managerial positions at German clubs. Sources indicate Bayer Leverkusen has placed the 37-year-old on a shortlist for their head coach vacancy, though Oliver Glasner of Crystal Palace remains their preferred option. Michel, manager of Girona, is also being evaluated as a potential replacement. Despite strong interest across Europe, Rohl remains secure in his position at Ibrox and has no plans to join Wolfsburg, who were relegated from the Bundesliga. ## Ipswich lock in McKenna Kieran McKenna will remain at Ipswich Town after securing promotion to the Premier League and has no intention of leaving for offers from Celtic, Crystal Palace, or Fulham this summer. The club’s successful campaign under his leadership appears to have solidified his future at Portman Road, ending speculation about a potential move elsewhere. ## Ashia drawing Championship interest Cameron Ashia, a winger at Huddersfield Town, has attracted interest from multiple Championship sides including Celtic, Fulham, and Rangers. Burnley, Cardiff City, Hoffenheim, Ipswich Town, Sheffield United, and Stuttgart have also expressed interest in the 21-year-old. Despite Huddersfield holding an option to extend his contract by another year, clubs believe Ashia could leave for as little as £500,000. ## Maeda emerges as Premier League target Celtic striker Daizen Maeda has become a potential transfer target for several Premier League clubs as he inches closer to leaving Glasgow this summer. The 28-year-old forward is edging toward a move away from Celtic Park, with multiple clubs monitoring his situation. ## Lech Poznan table £2m Palma bid Lech Poznan have tabled a £2 million bid for Celtic winger Luis Palma following his loan spell with the Polish club. The 26-year-old attacker is expected to return to Glasgow, but the Polish side's offer could prompt a change in his future. The proposal comes as Palma completes his loan at Lech Poznan. ## Yamada returning to Celtic setup Shin Yamada is set to return to Celtic from his loan at Preussen Munster as Alois Schwartz prepares to reshape his squad following the club’s relegation to Germany’s third tier. The 25-year-old striker’s loan spell is ending, and he is expected to rejoin the Scottish side. Schwartz’s planned overhaul may involve reintegrating Yamada into the first team. ## Celtic missed Ferguson chance Celtic chose not to sign Lewis Ferguson before he moved from Aberdeen to Bologna in 2022, with the club’s decision influenced by concerns over his penalty-taking ability. The 26-year-old midfielder’s agent has revealed that Celtic felt he was not proficient enough in that area at the time. The Scottish club’s hesitation ultimately led to his move to Italy. ## Ghedjemis value doubles after Celtic snub Fares Ghedjemis’ transfer valuation has doubled since Celtic deemed Frosinone’s asking price too high in January. The 23-year-old forward’s stock has risen sharply, making him a more attractive option for potential suitors. The Serie B club now views him as a more valuable asset following Celtic’s initial rejections. ## Rangers pursue Clark as Salzburg eyes exit Rangers are intensifying their pursuit of midfielder Bobby Clark, who spent the past season on loan at Derby County with parent club Red Bull Salzburg looking to capitalize on his talents. The 21-year-old’s future appears increasingly fluid, with Salzburg open to discussions over a potential transfer. Rangers see him as a viable long-term option. ## Tolaj faces Championship demand Rangers may struggle to sign Plymouth Argyle forward Lorent Tolaj due to competition from several Championship clubs interested in the 24-year-old. His value has risen as multiple sides look to secure his services, complicating Rangers’ attempts to bring him to Ibrox. The forward’s strong performances have drawn significant attention. ## Lazetic eyes European exit from Aberdeen Marko Lazetic is seeking a move away from Aberdeen this summer, with interest reported from clubs in Europe and the United States for the 22-year-old striker. The forward’s current deal is nearing its end, prompting potential suitors to explore transfer options. His potential departure adds to Aberdeen’s summer transfer planning. ## Mikulic targets new St Johnstone deal Bozo Mikulic will aim to earn a new contract with St Johnstone during pre-season after spending 18 months sidelined through injury. The 29-year-old centre-half’s current deal is set to expire, and he is determined to secure a fresh agreement. His return to fitness is a key factor in these discussions. ## Conway injury casts doubt on Scotland call-up Tommy Conway’s hopes of featuring for Scotland at the World Cup have taken a serious hit after the 23-year-old striker was forced off in tears during Middlesbrough’s promotion play-off semi-final loss to Southampton. The injury suffered in the match raises doubts over his availability for the tournament. Conway’s absence is a significant blow to Scotland’s attack. ## Naamo switches national allegiance to Iraq Dundee United defender Dario Naamo has officially changed his international allegiance from Finland to Iraq, allowing him to represent Iraq in this summer’s World Cup. The 20-year-old right-back’s move opens the door for him to play in the tournament. His decision reflects his commitment to representing Iraq at the global stage. ## Cerny omitted from Czech Republic World Cup squad Former Rangers winger Vaclav Cerny has been surprisingly left out of the Czech Republic’s 54-man preliminary World Cup squad. The 28-year-old, currently playing for Besiktas, did not make the cut despite his club experience. His exclusion marks a setback in his international career.