The Scottish transfer window is heating up, and it's shaping up to be a busy summer for the country's top clubs. Here's a breakdown of some of the key moves and rumors, with a focus on Celtic, Rangers, and Aberdeen.
Aberdeen's Exit
Aberdeen have confirmed the departure of Finland international Topi Keskinen to Odense Boldklub for a reported £1 million. Keskinen, 23, joined the Dons from HJK Helsinki in 2024 and was a key player in their Scottish Cup victory over Celtic. His departure is a loss for the club, but head coach Stephen Robinson understands the situation, saying, 'Topi made it clear he wanted to explore other opportunities, and when a good offer came in, we decided to accept it.'
Dundee's Transfer Plan
Dundee head coach Stephen Pressley is busy strengthening his squad, having already signed four players this summer. He aims to add at least five more, with a focus on a goalkeeper. Pressley says, 'We're closing in on a couple of deals, and we hope to have some news early next week.' The club is determined to rebuild after losing key players like Jon McCracken and Luke Graham.
Adams' Future Uncertain
Scotland international striker Che Adams is a summer transfer target for several clubs, including Wolves and Venezia. After his impressive World Cup performance, Torino's sporting director Gianluca Petrachi confirmed they will hold talks with Adams. He said, 'He's on vacation, but we'll discuss his future when he returns. In January, he expressed a willingness to stay, but we'll see what happens in the summer.'
Rangers' Encouragement and Warnings
Rangers have been told that Jens Hjerto-Dahl, a long-term midfield target, is available this summer, but only if clubs meet Tromso's asking price. The 20-year-old playmaker has been linked with a £5.3 million bid, but Tromso values him at £7.5 million. Head coach Jorgen Vik admits he doesn't want Hjerto-Dahl to leave but understands the temptation. Rangers are also linked with Cammy Devlin, whose exit from Hearts is confirmed.
Celtic's Transfer Warning
Celtic's summer transfer target, Haissem Hassan, will only leave Real Oviedo if the Spanish club's terms are met. The Egyptian winger impressed in the World Cup, and Celtic reportedly lodged a bid of £3.4 million. However, Oviedo's sporting director David Fernandez warns clubs not to expect a cut-price fee. He says, 'Haissem Hassan is owned by Oviedo, and we will have a firm policy for managing departures.'
This summer's transfer window promises to be an exciting one for Scottish football, with several key players on the move and clubs looking to strengthen their squads. The competition for talent is fierce, and the window is likely to see some surprising moves and deals.
