Celtic may be in Kazakhstan preparing for a crucial match with Astana but for Efe Ambrose the future could lie in Greece.

The Nigerian defender looks to be surplus to requirements at Celtic Park and the Greek side have reignited their interest in the centre-back.

However, with Brendan Rodgers' side facing a defensive injury crisis, Olympiakos may have to wait to get their man.

Links to new faces in Rodgers' squad keep coming with Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford and Manchester United defender Paddy McNair both said to be in their sights.

Rangers forward Ryan Hardie looks set for another Championship loan spell with St Mirren close to adding the striker to their books.

In England, there could be an old-fashioned transfer tug of war as Manchester United are set to rival neighbours City for the signature of Leonardo Bonucci. City may have other things on their mind as it's been claimed Lionel Messi could be on the way out at Barcelona.