Celtic Pass on Bakayoko After Training Stint

Celtic has made the decision to not extend a contract offer to Tiemoue Bakayoko. The 32-year-old former Chelsea and AC Milan midfielder trained with the Scottish side during the international break, but it seems that was not enough to secure a deal. In a different camp, Rangers vice-chairman Paraag Marathe has revealed the club's short-term strategy aimed at challenging reigning champions Celtic for the Scottish Premiership title. The race is heating up, and the pressure is on. Charlie McCann, who once played for Rangers, has expressed regret over his decision to leave the club. The Cheltenham forward believes he could have made a bigger impact had he chosen to stay at Ibrox when he turned down a contract extension three years ago. At Hibernian, former forward Derek Riordan is advocating for patience as the club welcomes new manager Marink Reedijk. The transition period can be tough, and he hopes fans will give the new boss time to settle in. Aberdeen's Chris Cadden has reflected on the team's resilience amid a challenging start to the season. He acknowledges that the fans' boos were tough to hear, but they’ve shown character in bouncing back. Meanwhile, Hearts defender Stephen Kingsley is embracing the versatility required in his role. He enjoys the challenge of switching positions and adapting to the team's needs. In the broader context of Scottish football, SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster has commented on the precarious situation his Premier League counterparts face regarding Manchester City and potential sanctions for rule violations. The fallout from such issues could have significant implications. As the transfer rumors swirl, Arsenal is reportedly interested in signing teenager Mora, while discussions about Scott McTominay's future with Real Madrid continue to make headlines. It's a dynamic time in the Premiership, with questions about the impact of the international break and how Reedijk will fare at Hibs looming large.