Scottish Sensation Makenzie Kirk Sparks Bidding War as Portsmouth & Peterborough Chase £500k+ Deal
St Johnstone's rising star Makenzie Kirk ignites cross-border transfer battle, Rangers' defensive pursuit stalls, and Hibs' Chris Cadden backs teammate for Scotland call-up in latest Scottish football updates.



Transfer Spotlight Intensifies on Scottish Premiership Talent
St Johnstone's 21-year-old striker Makenzie Kirk has become the subject of a heated transfer battle, with English League One sides Portsmouth and Peterborough United preparing improved bids exceeding £500,000. The Daily Star reports that Peterborough's initial seven-figure offer was rejected, while The Courier suggests the final fee could surpass £600k with performance-based add-ons.
Rangers' Defensive Reinforcement Plans Derailed
- Philippe Clement's pursuit of Real Betis defender Nobel Mendy collapses after failed negotiations
- SWPL side undergoes cultural shift under new head coach Leanne Crichton
- Club legend Thomas Buffel advises Nico Raskin to focus on Ibrox development amid transfer rumors
Scottish Football Infrastructure Update
Dundee managing director John Nelms expresses frustration over delayed approval for new 15,000-seater stadium, citing "curious" bureaucratic hurdles holding back the SPFL club's modernization plans.
International Prospects Emerge
Hibernian's Chris Cadden predicts teammate Kieron Bowie will soon lead Scotland's frontline: "He's got the physicality and finishing to thrive at international level." The 21-year-old forward's development is being closely monitored by national team selectors ahead of EURO 2024 qualifiers.