Scottish Transfer Deadline Day: All the Latest News and Rumors (2026)

Scottish transfer deadline day - live updates

1.

Action at the Almondvale after all

Published at 18:31 GMT

Brian McLauchlin
BBC Sport Scotland

With David Martindale moving upstairs, Marvin Bartley is now in charge of transfers. The team's goal-scoring average of one per game indicates a need for a striker to improve their performance and avoid automatic relegation.

2.

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Published at 18:28 GMT

Our reporter, Brian McLauchlin, provides the latest news from Livingston.

3.

Your say on Celtic's Engels decision

Published at 18:22 GMT

Arne Engels is likely to stay at Celtic Park as the club rejects a £25m offer from Nottingham Forest. Fans have varying opinions on the matter.

Owen: Celtic's decision to reject the offer is typical, considering the player's limited contributions. Replacing him with a similar player wouldn't make a difference.

John: Engels' value is questionable. I don't think he's worth the price Celtic paid for him. He lacks consistency.

Walter: Celtic's decision to hold off on selling to an English club until the right time is commendable. English clubs often try to acquire Scottish players cheaply.

Owen: Engels is the league's best midfielder. Some fans' claims that he disappears during games are baseless. Celtic's best player on the pitch, especially in Europe. Selling him would benefit Hearts or Rangers.

Harry: Engels is a talented player who will benefit from playing outside Scotland. Celtic should accept the £25m offer.

4.

Adamu joins Celtic

Published at 18:14 GMT

Celtic announces the loan signing of Austria international Junior Adamu until the end of the season, with an option to buy. The 24-year-old striker, who can play wide, arrives from Freiburg and has made 29 appearances this season, including in the Europa League.

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Published at 18:10 GMT

News arrives from Celtic Park.

6.

Rugby Park exit door set to revolve?

Published at 18:04 GMT

Kilmarnock has no new arrivals, but there's speculation about players leaving. Scott Tiffoney is linked with Morton, while Liam Polworth is rumored to be heading to Ross County. Defenders George Stanger and Lewis Mayo are also attracting interest.

7.

Naderi set for Rangers medical; Quartet set for loan exit

Published at 17:55 GMT

Ryan Naderi, a striker from Hansa Rostock, arrives for a medical after being heavily linked with Rangers. The 22-year-old, with eight goals this season, was initially expected to move in the summer, but the timeline has been accelerated.

Other rumored outgoings include Joe Rothwell to Sheffield United, Danilo to NEC Nijmegen, Clinton Nsiala to Westerlo, and Rabbi Matondo to Norwich City. All are reportedly on loan.

8.

Bairns finished for this window

Published at 17:49 GMT

Brian McLauchlin
BBC Sport Scotland

Falkirk completes its transfer business for the window, with Ben Broggio as the final new recruit. The 19-year-old, a former England youth player, joins on loan from Aston Villa until the end of the season.

9.

Engels set to stay at Celtic Park

Published at 17:42 GMT

Sky Sports reports that Nottingham Forest has withdrawn its interest in Arne Engels after being rejected three times. Celtic initially rejected a £25m fee, citing the inability to find a replacement. Fans are divided on this news.

10.

Geiger in, a few out at Aberdeen?

Published at 17:36 GMT

After signing Dennis Geiger, Aberdeen's transfer activity may be limited. Manchester United's Tyler Fredricson was linked but suffered an injury. Midfielders Adil Aouchiche, Ante Palaversa, and Leighton Clarkson are also rumored to be leaving.

11.

Other Scots on the move

Published at 17:33 GMT

Several Scottish players are rumored to be considering moves. Andy Robertson is linked with Tottenham, while Che Adams is reportedly joining Wolves. Ryan Hardie, who moved to Wrexham, might return to Plymouth.

Young Scottish strikers are in demand, with Rory Wilson linked to Hoffenheim and Bobby Wales moving to Huddersfield Town on loan.

12.

Is anyone done for the window?

Published at 17:30 GMT

At this early stage, it seems unlikely. Only Livingston has no rumors of incomings or outgoings.

13.

First of a few at Easter Road?

Published at 17:22 GMT

Brian McLauchlin
BBC Sport Scotland

Hibs announces the signing of Felix Passlack, a German wing-back from Bochum, until June 2029. The 27-year-old, who plays on the right, was a former youth player at Borussia Dortmund and the youngest scorer in Champions League history at 17.

14.

From the Afcon to Dingwall

Published at 17:17 GMT

Beyond the Premiership, the Championship sees activity. Uche Ikpeazu leaves St Johnstone for Ross County permanently. Sven Sprangler moves on loan to Newport County, and Jackson Mylchreest is released.

Innes Cameron joins Raith Rovers on loan from Barrow, and Nikolay Todorov moves from Arbroath to Queen's Park.

Morton adds Reuben Lopata-White on loan from Leeds United, addressing defensive needs.

15.

Loyal Luke to stay at Dens

Published at 17:10 GMT

Tyrone Smith
BBC Scotland

Dundee fans are relieved as star defender Luke Graham is staying. Despite speculation, he is reportedly remaining with the club, rejecting interest from Portsmouth and QPR.

16.

From Old Trafford to The SMISA?

Published at 17:07 GMT

Kheredine Idessane
BBC Sport Scotland

St Mirren is close to securing a loan deal for Jacob Devaney, a midfielder from Manchester United's Under-21 side. Born in Barnsley, he plays for the Republic of Ireland's age-grade team and was named Manchester United youth scholar of the year in 2025.

17.

Young Buddies striker set for Premier League move

Published at 17:02 GMT

Arsenal is reportedly set to sign Evan Mooney, a young striker from Paisley, who has been a regular bench player this season. There were also rumors about Killian Phillips and a potential seven-figure fee, but they have subsided.

18.

'We're keeping Engels instead'

Published at 16:57 GMT

Kheredine Idessane
BBC Sport Scotland

Celtic is reportedly holding out for a fee of £30m to part ways with Arne Engels. Nottingham Forest, offering over £20m, has been unsuccessful. The Scottish champions are expected to unveil Freiburg forward Junior Adamu on loan and Lorient winger Joel Mvuka on a permanent deal.

19.

News from the north

Published at 16:54 GMT

Tyrone Smith
BBC Scotland

Dennis Geiger, a German midfielder from Hoffenheim, becomes Aberdeen's first transfer deadline day signing. On loan until the end of the season, the Dons have an option to buy him in the summer.

20.

Wilson heading to London - but which side?

Published at 16:49 GMT

The main news from Tynecastle is the potential exit of James Wilson. Linked with Arsenal, he has not been in contact with the club since yesterday, according to Derek McInnes. Tottenham Hotspur is also a potential destination.

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