Rangers are closing in on a deal to sign South Africa defender Olwethu Makhanya from Philadelphia Union, with reports placing the transfer fee at around £5 million for the 22-year-old.

A separate report suggests the Ibrox club could ultimately land Makhanya for closer to £3 million, leaving some uncertainty over the final figure — but both outlets agree a move is imminent.

Meanwhile, Rangers midfielder Mohamed Diomande, 24, has spoken warmly about the adjustment to life in Scotland, saying he finds it more comfortable to play alongside new team-mate Cammy Devlin, 28, than he ever did facing the former Hearts man as an opponent.

Hogh on the verge of Celtic move

Bodo/Glimt's Denmark forward Kasper Hogh, 25, passed a medical in London on Monday evening and is edging closer to an official announcement as Celtic's newest signing.

Scottish champions Celtic are reported to be paying £11 million to land Hogh from the Norwegian side. Former Celtic player Vidar Riseth has assessed the deal and believes Hogh's true market value is nearly double that figure, suggesting the Parkhead club are getting significant value for money.

VAR rule change coming to Scotland

Scottish football is also set to adopt a new VAR protocol — one that allows officials to overturn incorrect second yellow cards. The rule was introduced during the recent World Cup and will now be implemented north of the border.