Souttar's Rangers exit in doubt as McCulloch linked with Ibrox role

John Souttar's proposed move from Rangers to Greek side Aris Thessaloniki has encountered a late obstacle. Reports from Greece indicate the Scotland defender is waiting for a pay-off from the Ibrox club to finalise his departure.

Off the pitch, former Rangers midfielder Lee McCulloch is reportedly in the frame to become the club's new technical director. The position was recently vacated by Dan Purdy, and McCulloch is currently serving as talent acquisition manager at Brighton.

Elsewhere in Scotland, Celtic are monitoring Liverpool full-back Luke Chambers, 22, with an eye on the January transfer window. Meanwhile, James Forrest has praised his new Celtic team-mate Haissem Hassan, noting that the Egyptian winger's strong start has already unsettled opposing defenders.