Celtic step up plans for Jota return - gossip

Celtic winger closing in on return from long-term injury as Scotland star begins training after heart operation...

Jota could return to Celtic action earlier than expected, with a behind-closed-doors game being planned during the international break. (Scottish Sun, external)

The door has not closed on former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe taking charge of Celtic, according to Stenhousemuir boss Marvin Bartley, who played under him with Bournemouth. (Glasgow Times, external)

Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay has returned to solo training with Napoli following the 29-year-old's heart procedure. (The Herald, external)

Former Scotland striker Kris Boyd says he would be "astonished" if Oli McBurnie doesn't start as centre forward for new manager Sebastien Pocognoli away to Slovenia on Saturday. (Scottish Sun, external)

St Johnstone manager Simo Valakari says Unax Alvarez is getting closer to his competitive debut since his summer move from Club Deportivo Guadalajara after the forward endured an injury-hit "nightmare start" to his Perth career. (The Courier, external)

Celtic forward Camilo Duran's international debut for Colombia hangs in the balance with paperwork delaying his entry to the United States. (The National, external)

Former Hibernian head coach Jack Ross has been appointed assistant sporting director at Newcastle United. (The Herald, external)

Former Scotland midfielder Michael Stewart has revealed he had the chance of a move to Celtic before returning to Heart of Midlothian for a second spell during his playing days. (The Herald, external)

Fares Ghedjemis, the 24-year-old winger targeted by Celtic and Rangers this summer, could sign a new contract with Frosinone. (Gazzetta dello Sport via Glasgow Times, external)