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Scottish Clubs Clash Over Transfers: Ouattara, Breum in Focus

8/10/2025

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Celtic and Rangers are in a fierce battle for Monaco's left-back Kassoum Ouattara, valued at £15m. Meanwhile, Celtic's pursuit of winger Jakob Breum hinges on their Champions League fate. Rayo Vallecano is poised to secure Real Betis' Nobel Mendy, while Hearts and Hibernian have their sights set on midfielder Jordan Holsgrove. Hamilton Academical is looking to loan Aston Villa's Ewan Simpson.

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Story summary

Celtic and Rangers are in a fierce battle for Monaco's left-back Kassoum Ouattara, valued at £15m. Meanwhile, Celtic's pursuit of winger Jakob Breum hinges on their Champions League fate. Rayo Vallecano is poised to secure Real Betis' Nobel Mendy, while Hearts and Hibernian have their sights set on midfielder Jordan Holsgrove. Hamilton Academical is looking to loan Aston Villa's Ewan Simpson.