The latest Scottish transfer news and gossip from Celtic, Rangers, Kilmarnock and Aberdeen this Thursday morning.

Celtic have reportedly suffered a fresh blow in their protracted pursuit of long-term target Michel-Ange Balikwisha with a scheduled medical scuppered.

Rumours continue to swirl about Jamie Vardy potentially linking up with Brendan Rodgers at Celtic. The striker, who ended his 13-year association with Leicester City at the end of last season, remains a free agent and is weighing up the final chapter of his remarkable career.

Jamie Vardy is reportedly 'desperate' to seal a reunion with Brendan Rodgers at Celtic, while the Hoops are also said to have made contact with Feyenoord over winger Calvin Stengs.