Hearts tipped to land Faroese winger; Celtic face competition for midfield target
– Hearts are leading the chase for Faroe Islands Under-21 winger Aron Benjaminsen, with the Edinburgh side frontrunners to sign the 18-year-old from Vikingur Gota.
– A deal for Benjaminsen is understood to be done, with a sell-on clause expected to be part of the agreement.
– Rangers are monitoring Portland Timbers striker Kevin Kelsy and Lens forward Rayan Fofana, while manager Derek McInnes is pushing to bring in Kim Min-Su and add another winger before the window shuts.
– Aberdeen have paused negotiations for Killian Phillips, as St Mirren are seeking more than £500,000 for the Republic of Ireland midfielder.
– Motherwell have reached a £350,000 agreement with Finnish club Ives for 20-year-old midfielder Jardell Kanga, with add-ons potentially taking the package up to £900,000.
– Toulouse have entered the race for Hajduk Split midfielder Niko Sigur, a player also on Celtic’s radar.
– Dundee have agreed a season-long loan for Bournemouth and USA Under-20 defender Matai Akinmboni.
– Kilmarnock have rejected a £150,000 bid from Burton Albion for defender George Stanger.