The window has closed
That’s it for another year and clubs now have their squads settled for the second half of the season. Some clubs will be happier than others with their business but there’s a whole host of new faces in the Premiership and it’ll be fascinating seeing who makes the difference between success and failure.
St Mirren tease signing after deadline
We're working on a deal to bring one more player in but it's unlikely to be announced until tomorrow morning so you are free to go to bed. See you tomorrow 👀
— St Mirren FC (@saintmirrenfc) January 31, 2020
No late arrivals at Celtic
Celtic’s business in this transfer window is done. Klimala and Sorro the arrivals in January@STVSport for the last few mins of the window
— Ronnie Charters (@STVRonnie) January 31, 2020
Rangers done for the night
Kamberi signing concludes Rangers signings for this window.
— Raman Bhardwaj (@ramanbhardwajTV) January 31, 2020
No more Stendel signings
No more transfer business for Hearts tonight
— Sheelagh McLaren (@sheelaghmclaren) January 31, 2020
Scott finalises move to Hull
As Rolando Aarons arrives at Fir Park, James Scott finalises his exit. The talented forward has completed his move to Hull City.
James Scott has completed a transfer to Hull City.
— Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) January 31, 2020
Thanks for everything, James, and all the best in your future career 👍https://t.co/glxG7gGqoL pic.twitter.com/xba13tAWih
Gerrard happy with Kamberi capture
🗣️ Steven Gerrard: "We've watched him for some time and know what he can bring to the group. He is a hardworking, goalscoring attacker, who we believe will be able to contribute in a positive way to what we want to achieve this season." pic.twitter.com/4T6hZwP0nW
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) January 31, 2020
Aarons joins Motherwell
Newcastle winger Rolando Aarons had been linked with a move to Kilmarnock but Motherwell are the side that have sealed his signature. The 24-year-old has moved on loan until the end of the season.
Manager Stephen Robinson told the club website: “He will bring even more pace and energy to our front line and he will give us options across all of the three forward positions.”
“His arrival will also allow us to move Mikael Ndjoli into his more natural position as a central striker, instead of playing in wide positions.”
Our second January signing is in before the deadline.
— Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) January 31, 2020
Welcome to Motherwell, @RolandoAarons 👋https://t.co/YUCAWL09dv pic.twitter.com/EWG5bOxg5x
Kamberi and Docherty make loan switch
The deal that’s been bubbling away for a while is now confirmed. Greg Docherty goes from Rangers to Hibs on loan, with Florian Kamberi in the opposite direction.
🆕| We are delighted to confirm the loan signing of Greg Docherty (@Gregdocherty96) for the rest of the season, with Flo Kamberi moving in the other direction to Rangers. pic.twitter.com/TqAzRUfay2
— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) January 31, 2020
Br-exit confirmed
We can confirm that Kirk Broadfoot has left the club to re-join Kilmarnock.https://t.co/SzwO2TVsKa pic.twitter.com/LeXh5ucACJ
— St Mirren FC (@saintmirrenfc) January 31, 2020
St Mirren make striker move
Vakoun Issouf Bayo hasn’t played much at Celtic and Saints have shown real interest.
St Mirren have approached Celtic to sign Bayo on loan, but as things stand, understand a deal is unlikely.
— Raman Bhardwaj (@ramanbhardwajTV) January 31, 2020
Berra deal done
Christophe Berra has found a new club after being surplus to requirements at Hearts.
We are delighted to announce the signing of Christophe Berra on loan from Heart of Midlothian #thedee
— Dundee Football Club (@DundeeFC) January 31, 2020
➡️ https://t.co/fpPZueY7Qm pic.twitter.com/5JvuXwADtM
Gleeson leaves Aberdeen
Aberdeen have confirmed that Stephen Gleeson has left Pittodrie. Is there time for another signing before the deadline?
CLUB NEWS | We can confirm that Stephen Gleeson has left the club.
— Aberdeen FC (@AberdeenFC) January 31, 2020
📝 Read more ➡ https://t.co/Xk2Eka7bAb
Everyone involved with AFC wishes Stephen all the very best in his future career.#StandFree pic.twitter.com/u4nyErB14o
Motherwell closing in on forward
Fir Park chief Alan Burrows has given fans an update on their deadline day work.
We’re still working on a potential new front man. Confident it will be completed and announce tonight or tomorrow morning at the latest. #COYW 👍🏼
— Alan Burrows (@Alan_Burrows) January 31, 2020
Berra nearing Hearts exit
Christophe Berra has known for a while that he isn’t part of Daniel Stendel’s plans and it looks like he has sealed a move before the deadline. The veteran defender is set for a loan move to Dundee, STV has learned.
McNulty confirmed
Marc McNulty is a Hibs player once again. He’s joined Jack Ross’ side on loan from Sunderland and that can only add to the likelihood of Flo Kamberi signing for Rangers.
— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) January 31, 2020
Broadfoot on the move
On a deadline day that seems to be all about returns, Kirk Broadfoot is returning to Kilmarnock from St Mirren. The veteran defender had moved to Paisley in the summer after failing to get on with then Killie boss Angelo Alessio.
Fireworks at Hibs
Looks like there’s a deal coming… Some might guess @sparkymcnulty
— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) January 31, 2020
Celtic aren’t done yet
Celtic are still working hard behind the scenes to try and get a deal through tonight but by no means a certainty@STVSport for the latest
— Ronnie Charters (@STVRonnie) January 31, 2020
Celtic youngster makes City switch
Celtic’s young attacker Grant Savoury has been loaned to Edinburgh City for the remainder of the season.
Best of luck to Grant Savoury, who joins @EdinburghCityFC on loan until the end of the season. pic.twitter.com/REn3vaq7e5
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) January 31, 2020
Sloth makes quick exit
The midfielder only joined last summer but Casper Sloth has now been released by Motherwell. he only made one appearance for the club, in the League Cup against Annan Athletic.
Casper Sloth has left the club by mutual consent.
— Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) January 31, 2020
All the best for the future, Casper 👍https://t.co/qOBLxGC62g pic.twitter.com/JmUvtDEztg
Return of Menga
No new faces for Livingston today but a familiar one has been brought back to the Spaghettihad.
🆕| Livingston FC can tonight confirm that, subject to International Clearance, Dolly Menga has been recalled from his loan spell at Angolan side Atletico Petroleos de Luanda & will return to The Tony Macaroni Arena for the second half of the season.https://t.co/FGOxzxRSQA pic.twitter.com/x0MjqHHboI
— Livingston Football Club (@LiviFCOfficial) January 31, 2020
Templeton returns to Hamilton
Atfer securing his release from Burton Albion, David Templeton has signed for Hamilton Accies, where he had a productive spell in the 2017-18 season.
👀 HE’S BACK!#AcciesFC pic.twitter.com/w0ydXlqBR3
— Hamilton Accies FC news stats info (@acciesfc) January 31, 2020
Davies will remain at Accies
Hamilton have rejected bids from Carlisle and Morecombe for Steve Davies. Accies don't won't to sell.
— Raman Bhardwaj (@ramanbhardwajTV) January 31, 2020
Banks to Alloa
Scott Banks has had a busy window. The young talent moved from Dundee United to English Premier League side Crystal Palace but finds himself back in the Championship as Palace loan him to Alloa for game time.
🦅x🐝 @scottbanks45 is a Wasp.
— Alloa Athletic FC (@AlloaAthleticFC) January 31, 2020
The @CPFC midfielder joins on loan until the end of the season.#DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/m0CvJqg48D
Update on Atsu
More regarding the Atsu deal to Celtic:
— Ronnie Charters (@STVRonnie) January 31, 2020
– The player himself has opted to stay at Newcastle despite an approach and talks with Celtic
– In terms of other transfers, STV understands Celtic are trying but it's looking more and more unlikely they'll do anything, as it stands atm.
St Johnstone sign Butcher
Tommy Wright didn’t hide the fact that he had been frustrated over the lack of transfer action in Perth up until this week but he’s now made another signing. Matt Butcher joins on loan from Bournemouth.
📄✍️ | The Club is delighted to announce the signing of 22-year-old @afcbournemouth midfielder @mattbutcher11 on-loan until the end of the season.
— St. Johnstone FC (@StJohnstone) January 31, 2020
Matt will go straight into the squad for tomorrow's match with Hearts.
More to follow.#WelcomeMatt
➡️ https://t.co/pxc0qOf6un pic.twitter.com/9vv8W8W8xU
Washington could leave Hearts
There have been plenty of players linked with moves in or out of Hearts and there’s still the possibility of transfers before the deadline. There’s no sign of a move for Christophe Berra or Jamie Walker but Conor Washington could leave the club with Stoke reportedly interested.
Mamadou Thiam remains a target but Hearts are waiting on a response from Barnsley.
Accies reject offer for Miller
Rangers’ move for Kamberi may hinge on Hibs getting a striker and this move has been rejected.
Hibs have had a bid for Hamilton Accies striker Mikel Miller rejected. Miller is out of contract in the summer.
— Raman Bhardwaj (@ramanbhardwajTV) January 31, 2020
Morgan completes Miami move
This one was agreed a while ago but the paperwork has now been completed and Lewis Morgan is an Inter Miami player.
Welcome, Lewis Morgan!
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) January 31, 2020
The 23yr old winger joins #InterMiamiCF from Celtic Football Club.
🗞️ https://t.co/veB7jwAIfk pic.twitter.com/FA2GelNh9r
Celtic move for Astu
STV has learned that Celtic have made an approach to Newcastle United to take winger Christian Atsu on loan. The player’s wages could prove to be a stumbling block though.
Templeton released by Burton Albion
David Templeton is now a free agent and can sign for any club after the deadline.
💛🖤 Burton Albion can confirm that we have amicably and mutually agreed to part ways with @dtemps16 so the winger can return to his native Scotland for family reasons.
— Burton Albion FC (@burtonalbionfc) January 31, 2020
We wish you all the very best, Temps!
Read more on the link below.#BAFC
👇👇👇
St Mirren land a striker
Jim Goodwin has brought Alex Jakubiak on a short-term loan. Danny Mullen will be leaving the club though, joining Dundee on a permanent deal.
Alex Jakubiak joins St Mirren on loan from @WatfordFC until the end of the season.https://t.co/9s4ioLNQDS pic.twitter.com/pO7lpBM2kT
— St Mirren FC (@saintmirrenfc) January 31, 2020
Aberdeen announce signing of Venezuela international
Derek McInnes has landed a right-back on a long-term deal. Ronald Hernandez joins from Stabæk Fotball.
The club have made history this afternoon by completing the signing of their first ever @FVF_Oficial international.
— Aberdeen FC (@AberdeenFC) January 31, 2020
Ronald Hernandez is joining the club on a four-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
Read more ➡ https://t.co/RoRPcTXcZU#StandFree pic.twitter.com/KqjWrwrmVF
Rangers and Hibs agree Kamberi deal ‘in principle’
Rangers move for Florian Kamberi is a step closer to success after a loan deal from Hibs was agreed in principle. however, the deal may hinge on Hibs being able to sign a replacement forward.
Kamberi is heading to Glasgow to undergo a medical so it looks like this one is progressing.
Hibs close in on Rangers midfielder Greg Docherty
Out-of-favour Rangers midfielder Greg Docherty is travelling to Edinburgh to discuss a move to Hibs. The former Hamilton star spent last season on loan at Shrewsbury and had been linked with a return south.
Hagi vows to bring his ‘best football’ to Ibrox
New Rangers signing Ianis Hagi has promised to bring his ‘best football’ to Ibrox.
The 21-year-old midfielder, son of footballing legend Gheorghe Hagi, joins from Belgian side RC Genk on an initial six-month loan deal.
Motherwell agree £1.5m fee for teenage forward
Motherwell have agreed to sell teenage forward James Scott to Hull City in a £1.5m deal.
The 19-year-old, who has scored six goals for third placed Motherwell this season, will now travel to begin contract discussion with the English Championship club.
Hibs manager Ross gives Kamberi, McNulty transfer updates
Hibernian manager Jack Ross has updated fans on the latest transfer activity at Easter Road.
A loan move for Swiss forward Florian Kamberi, who has been linked with a move to Rangers, remains possible with talks between the clubs ongoing.
And on McNulty, who spent the last season on loan at Hibs, Ross said it is still something they are exploring, but Martin Boyle won’t be leaving.
He said: “We’ve been keen to strengthen the squad in general, both in the numbers and the options we have, and McNulty’s amongst a number of players we’ve been trying to explore how strong the possibility is of getting him here.
“It’s not a particular easy window to do business in because there’s a chain involved in a lot of these possible deals.”
On Florian Kamberi he said: “I think that’s between the clubs at the moment.”
Dundee set to sign St Mirren forward Danny Mullen
St Mirren forward Danny Mullen is set to complete a move to championship side Dundee.
Danny Mullen to leave St Mirren for Dundee.
— Raman Bhardwaj (@ramanbhardwajTV) January 31, 2020
The 24-year-old, who previously played for Livingston, has scored four goals in 21 games this season.
Romania legend Hagi told son about Rangers
New Rangers signing Ianis Hagi says his legendary father Gheorghe told him about his new club.
The former Barcelona, Real Madrid and Galatasaray midfielder played against Rangers in a 0-0 draw at Ibrox in 2000.
His 21-year-old son who signed for Gerrard’s men on a six-month-loan deal said: “It is a great honour to be here at the club with such history, I have to fight every day.
“My father told me about this club and I already knew a couple of things, I know how big a club this is and I’m ready to go.”
McGinn to wear number six at Hibernian
New Hibernian signing Paul McGinn will wear the number six jersey at his new club.
The former St Mirren defender signed for the Easter Road club earlier today for an undisclosed fee.
On this day… in 2010: Robbie Keane signed for Celtic
One of the most memorable deadline day signings in Scottish football came on this day in 2010 when Celtic signed Republic of Ireland legend Robbie Keane.
Keane joined on loan from Tottenham Hotspur and was unveiled to a huge crowd at Celtic Park just before midnight.
Will there be any last minute activity in the east end of Glasgow before the window slams shut tonight?
More comings and goings ‘possible’ for Rangers
Steven Gerrard is still hoping for more transfer activity before the window slams shut but says he will only make move if the player fits the bill.
The Rangers manager says the club are doing “everything we can” to secure new recruits but also admits more players leaving before midnight remains a “possibility”.
Gerrard is eyeing a centre forward with the news that Jermain Defoe will miss five weeks “at best” after picking up an injury during Wednesday night’s win over Ross County.
He said: “One thing I will not do is bring someone in for the sake of it, I will only do it if they are one of our targets who I believe will help us in the short and long-term.
“Until I get a signature there is nothing to say except we are doing everything we can. At the moment we have one recognised number nine and we have a lot of fixtures in the next few weeks.”
Hibernian confirm signing of Paul McGinn from St Mirren
Hibernian have confirmed the signing of versatile 29-year-old Paul McGinn.
The defender, who plays predominantly as a right-back but can play anywhere across the back and in midfield, has joined from St Mirren for an undisclosed fee.
McGinn, brother of Aston Villa and Scotland John, who lifted the Scottish Cup with Hibs in 2016, has signed an 18-month deal at Easter Road.
— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) January 31, 2020
James Wilson leaves Aberdeen
Aberdeen striker James Wilson has left Pittodrie to sign for ambitious English League Two side Salford City.
We are delighted to welcome James Wilson to The Peninsula Stadium!#WeAreSalford 🦁🔴 pic.twitter.com/sgDLEM0gwa
— Salford City FC (@SalfordCityFC) January 31, 2020
St Mirren left back joins Barnsley on loan
St Mirren left-back Ethan Erhahon has joined English Championship side Barnsley on loan until the end of the season.
The 18-year-old has made 29 appearances for the Buddies.
Rangers move to sign Burnley forward Matej Vydra
Czech republic forward Matej Vydra could be set for a move to Ibrox as Rangers make a deadline day move to sign the Burnley player
The 27-year-old, who has 26 caps for his country, has found game time limited at The Clarets this season, making just nine appearances.
STV has learned that Rangers are hopeful of securing him on a six-month loan deal.
Motherwell reject bid for teenager James Scott
Motherwell have rejected a £700,000 bid from Hull for teenage forward James Scott.
Manager Steven Robinson has insisted the 19-year-old, who has hit six goals this season, is worth £1m.
Hearts sign Marcel Langer from Schalke 04
Hearts have completed the signing of German midfielder Marcel Langer from Bundesliga side Schalke 04.
The 22-year-old, who has signed a deal until the end of the season, becomes countryman Daniel Stendel’s fourth signing since replacing Craig Levein as manager at Tynecastle.
Rangers confirm Ianis Hagi on six-month loan
🤝 Welcome to #RangersFC, @IanisHagi10. pic.twitter.com/zamGo7MwpM
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) January 31, 2020
Rangers have confirmed the signing of attacking midfielder Ianis Hagi on a six-month loan deal.
The 21-year-old, son of Romania legend Gheorghe Hagi, is signing from Belgian side RC Genk.
Steven Gerrard’s title chasers also have an option to buy.
Kilmarnock looking for new faces as O’Donnell set to stay
Kilmarnock are hoping to bring in “two or three” new faces as Stephen O’Donnell looks set to stay.
The right-back has reportedly turned down a move to Oxford after being the subject of a £200,000 bid.
Manager Alex Dyer said: “There’s no update on Stephen O’Donnell’s situation. There was an enquiry for him yesterday but I spoke to him and he wants to stay at the club.
“Hopefully it will be a busy day today and we can get two or three in. It’s going to be a long day.”
Kilmarnock have also loaned Iain Wilson to Queen of the South for a second time.
Hamilton goalkeeper signs loan deal at Dunfermline
Championship club Dunfermline have completed the signing of Hamilton goalkeeper Owain Fon Williams.
The Wales international, who was back up during their run to the semi-finals of Euro 2016, has played 21 times for Accies since signing at the beginning of the season.
Aberdeen to offload goalless former Man Utd striker
Former Manchester United forward James Wilson is set to leave Aberdeen just six months after signing a permanent deal at Pittodrie.
Wilson, who initially joined in a short term loan from the EPL giants, has failed to score a single goal in 16 appearances this season.
English League Two side Salford City look set to complete the signing of the 24-year-old today.
Two in and one out for St Johnstone as EPL player signs on loan
St Johnstone have completed the signing of 22-year-old Bournemouth midfielder Matt Butcher on loan until the end of the season.
Tommy Wright’s side have also agreed a pre-contract agreement with Inverness player Shaun Rooney and terminated the loan deal of Latvian defender Madis Vihmann.
‘No brainer’ for former Rangers full-back as he signs for St Mirren
"It was a no-brainer for me when I knew I had the opportunity to come back here. There was only one place I wanted to go when I found out the news."
— St Mirren FC (@saintmirrenfc) January 30, 2020
Lee Hodson discusses being back at St Mirren after completing his loan move this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/J1HtZA4Ocq
Former Rangers defender Lee Hodson has said it was a ‘no-brainer’ to return to Scottish football with St Mirren.
The 28-year-old right back, who played for Rangers between 2016 and 2019, completed his loan move to Paisley on Thursday.
Celtic Wanyama link as Spurs look to offload midfielder
Celtic have been linked with a potential last minute move for former midfield star Victor Wanyama.
Neil Lennon has previously stated that a move for the Kenyan was “unlikely” but English radio station TalkSport has reported this morning that a loan-move could be back on with the Scottish champions one of five teams interested.
Gerrard keen on loan deal for Hibs forward
Rangers and Hibernian are in talks over a potential loan deal that would see Swiss forward Florian Kamberi sign for the Ibrox club.
Steven Gerrard has moved quickly to strengthen his options in attacking areas, with Jermain Defoe injured, and Kamberi, who has scored eight goals this season, could join until the end of the season.
Rangers closing in on Hagi
Rangers are closing in on a loan-deal for Romanian youngster Ianis Hagi from Belgian side RC Genk.
The 21-year-old, whose father is former Real Madrid and Galatasaray legend Gheorghe Hagi, is set to sign a six-month loan deal at Ibrox.
Ianis Hagi has landed in Scotland, with the player expected to undergo a medical at Rangers in the next 24 hours. https://t.co/dxpBXCTyF2 pic.twitter.com/vgDdDa4xb7
— STV Sport (@STVSport) January 30, 2020
Business so far
Rangers are the only Premiership club yet to bring in a new player this month. But that could soon change with the Ibrox men linked with two new faces. Click here for a full recap of all the Ins and Outs since the window opened.
Transfer window closes at midnight
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