With the winter break in the Scottish Premiership having been brought forward due to the Covid-19 restrictions placed on sporting events relating to crowd capacities by the Scottish Government, it allows clubs the chance to focus on tweaking their squads and integrating any new players during the break before the season resumes in the middle of next month.
There is an expectation that there will be plenty of business done next month with a number of clubs having revealed plans to add to their squad.
While the Premiership has shutdown for a few weeks, the lower leagues will continue with games being played right through.
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5. Postecoglou's transfer focus
The next few weeks are going to be a “crucial time” for Celtic, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. The Parkhead boss is expecting to be busy in the transfer market as he hopes to have players in before the end of the winter break. He said: “We’ve known we need to strengthen the squad during January. This gives us a chance to push along with that and we hope to get some good news in the new year on bringing in reinforcements.” (The Scotsman) Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
6. GVB's transfer hopes
Giovanni van Bronckhorst is keen to ensure Rangers don’t come out of the other side of the January transfer window with a smaller squad than they entered with. The Dutchman isn’t expecting to lose any key players but is ready just in case he does. He said: “You just need to be prepared, that’s the most important thing as a coach. You need to be ready for anything. Maybe nothing will happen, maybe a lot, you never know.” (Various) Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
7. Saints boss to be give 'considerable sums'
St Johnstone boss Callum Davidson has been promised “considerable funds” by chairman Steve Brown. Saints are keen to pull themselves off the bottom of the Premiership and have scored just ten goals in 20 matches. Brown said: “This will give Callum the opportunity to bring in all the necessary players he requires. We will do everything within our capabilities to make sure we deliver.” (Courier) Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
8. Lawless joins Dunfermline
Dunfermline Athletic have completed the signing of Steven Lawless. The attacking midfielder has been without a team since being released by Motherwell. Pars boss John Hughes lauded the capture. He said: “He’s probably one who can unlock the door for us, play a pass and look after the ball. And he’s a winner.” (Various) Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group