Summer Transfer Window Drama: McGinn Stays, Rangers' Rejections & Celtic's Vardy Pursuit

Breaking updates on Aston Villa rejecting John McGinn offers, Rangers' failed goalkeeper pursuit, and Nigel Martyn's plea for Jamie Vardy to join Celtic. Conference League highlights and Scottish transfer analysis.

Transfer Market Heats Up Across Scotland

Aston Villa Hold Firm on McGinn
Aston Villa have rebuffed multiple inquiries for Scottish midfield stalwart John McGinn, according to Football Insider. The 30-year-old national team regular remains central to Unai Emery's plans despite interest from Premier League rivals.

Rangers Face Double Setback

  • Sheffield Wednesday rejected £1m+ bids from Rangers and West Ham for 20-year-old goalkeeper Pierce Charles
  • Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson warns new manager Russell Martin about inheriting "years of underachievement" at Ibrox (Daily Record)

European Night Drama
Scotland manager Steve Clarke witnessed Kieron Bowie's sensational 25-yard volley for Hibernian against Partizan Belgrade, though the Edinburgh side fell 4-3 on aggregate in Conference League qualifying (The Herald).

Celtic's Veteran Target

Ex-England keeper Nigel Martyn told The Record: "Jamie Vardy's explosive style perfectly suits Celtic's system. At 38, he could dominate the Premiership like Larsson." The free agent striker remains undecided on his next move.

Loan Market Movements

  • Liverpool's Luca Stephenson (21) finalizes second Dundee United loan after preseason negotiations
  • Aberdeen's Alexander Jensen eyes Hampden return following last season's Scottish Cup triumph (Press & Journal)

Watch Highlight: Kieron Bowie's Conference League Wonder Goal
"What a finish! This kid's going places!" - BBC Match Commentary

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