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Celtic target rejects new deal - Monday's gossip

Celtic’s January transfer ambitions are facing a setback as Hungarian goalkeeper Balázs Tóth remains unmoved by a potential move from Blackburn Rovers, leaving the Hoops scrambling to secure his services before the window closes. The 29-year-old’s decision to hold firm on a new contract at Ewood Park adds pressure on manager Martin O’Neill, who must now explore alternative options to bolster his squad for the Europa League campaign and beyond.

Meanwhile, Rangers are navigating their own challenges, with financial backer Andrew Cavenagh reportedly preparing to inject significant funds into the club following the sale of his business. However, the Ibrox side’s focus is also shifting to midfielder Olwethu Makhanya, whose stock is rising amid growing interest from Premier League clubs, raising questions about his long-term future at the club.

On the injury front, O’Neill remains optimistic about Callum Osmond’s recovery from a hamstring issue, though he will miss Thursday’s Europa League clash with Celta Vigo alongside Yang Hyun-jun and Cameron Carter-Vickers, who are also sidelined. Elsewhere, Greenock Morton’s financial struggles deepen as the club’s director Kenneth Weldin refuses to rule out administration before year’s end, while Celtic midfielder Michel-Ange Balikwisha has dismissed any regrets over his summer move to the club, insisting he turned down opportunities in France and Spain to return to Belgium on loan.

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