Everton eye Celtic's Alistair Johnston as Patterson looks set to leave

Everton are linked with a move for Celtic’s 27‑year‑old right‑back Alistair Johnston while their own Scotland international Nathan Patterson is tipped to leave, and Albania winger Nadim Bajrami is reported to be close to an exit from Rangers in the coming days.

Patterson is drawing strong interest from clubs in Germany, Italy and Spain, according to reports.

Everton are preparing to firm up their interest in the Celtic defender as the transfer window approaches. Johnston, 27, has been a regular for the Scottish champions this season.

Nadim Bajrami is expected to leave Rangers in the coming days, with a return to Italian football emerging as the most likely destination. The 27‑year‑old Albania winger has been linked with Serie A clubs.

Midfielder Mika Baur has told Paderborn of his desire to join Celtic this summer after agreeing personal terms with the Scottish champions. The 22‑year‑old midfielder completed the agreement with Celtic.

Baur missed Paderborn’s friendly with Southampton on Wednesday, but the German club’s claim that the Celtic target was ill is not accurate. The clarification came from a post on X.

George Tsarouchas reported the details on X, citing the club’s statement. The Herald also covered the development.

John McGlynn said he is fully focused on Falkirk amid speculation about the Scotland head‑coach role. A separate piece of Scottish gossip asks, “Who has your Premiership club brought in & let go this summer?” and notes Paul Nsio’s loan move to St Mirren.