Celtic decide against offering Bakayoko deal - gossip

Celtic have decided against offering former Chelsea and AC Milan midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko, 32, a deal after he trained with the Scottish champions during the international break. (Anthony Joseph, external)

Rangers vice-chairman Paraag Marathe says the club have adopted a short-term approach to push defending champions Celtic for the Scottish Premiership title. (Record - subscription required, external)

Cheltenham forward Charlie McCann feels he should have stuck it out longer at Rangers, having rejected a contract extension to stay at Ibrox three years ago. (Sun, external)

Former Hibernian forward Derek Riordan urges patience as new manager Marink Reedijk takes charge at Easter Road. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required, external)

Chris Cadden believes Aberdeen have shown character to overcome boos during their early season struggles. (Press and Journal - subscription required, external)

Hearts defender Stephen Kingsley enjoys the challenge of playing in different positions. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required, external)

SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster believes his counterparts at the Premier League are in an "uncomfortable" position as they look to sanction Manchester City over rule breaches. (Record - subscription required, external)