Celtic step up plans for Jota return - gossip

Celtic winger Jota may return to action sooner than anticipated, with a closed-door match being scheduled during the international break, according to Scottish Sun. The club's attention has not only been on Jota, but also on potential managerial changes, with former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe's involvement being a subject of speculation, as reported by Glasgow Times.

Scott McTominay, Scotland's midfielder, has resumed solo training with Napoli post his heart surgery, as revealed by The Herald. Kris Boyd, a former Scotland striker, expressed astonishment at the prospect of Oli McBurnie starting as the centre forward for the new manager Sebastien Pocognoli's side against Slovenia, as per Scottish Sun.

St Johnstone manager Simo Valakari hinted that Unax Alvarez is inching closer to his competitive comeback following his injury-riddled start at Perth, as stated by The Courier. Camilo Duran, a Celtic forward, faces uncertainty over his international debut for Colombia due to paperwork delays, as mentioned by The National.

Former Hibernian head coach Jack Ross has been appointed as Newcastle United's assistant sporting director, according to The Herald. Michael Stewart, a former Scotland midfielder, revealed he had a transfer option to Celtic before returning to Heart of Midlothian, as reported by The Herald.

Fares Ghedjemis, a 24-year-old winger sought by Celtic and Rangers, might sign a new contract with Frosinone, as reported by Gazzetta dello Sport via Glasgow Times.