The latest news and gossip from around Scottish football.
William Hill to end Scottish Cup sponsorship
William Hill and the Scottish FA have announced that the betting firm will terminate its decade-long sponsorship of the Scottish Cup at the end of the current season. According to reports. The Scottish FA is comfortable with the loss of its Scottish Cup sponsor following the backlash over betting companies. (Various)
Rangers to consider Hagi deal
Gary McAllister has said they are working to secure on-loan Genk midfielder Ianis Hagi, who scored a double in Thursday's Europa League win over Braga, on a permanent transfer. He said: “I would say Thursday night was another massive positive.
“The way he has settled is something that will bode well for the future.
“He has come in here, he is enjoying the training and he has settled very quickly." (The Sun)
Neil Lennon backs VAR
Celtic manager Neil Lennon says he is in favour of VAR despite the technology working against Celtic in their Europa League tie against Copenhagen. He said: “It’s for the good of the game and the good of the referee. I have no complaints. It was unfortunate for us, but if it was for me, I’d have been screaming penalty." (The Herald)
Hibs to scout lower leagues
Jack Ross says he will follow Livingston's example and search for gems to sign from Scotland's lower leagues. He said: "You’ve got to be good enough but equally you’ve got to be given the opportunity. So, to see the players that have been on that journey with Livingston still there is pleasing. The fact they are enjoying being successful Premiership players is testament not just to their ability but also their strength of character that they have been able to go on that journey as well." (Edinburgh Evening News)
Morelos vows to improve discipline
Alfredo Morelos has issued a post on Instagram saying he will keep trying to improve his disciplinary record after being booked which meant he would be suspended for the Europa League last-32 second leg against Braga. (Various)
St Mirren to become fan-owned
St Mirren are set to become Scotland's latest fan-owned club by 2021 after St Mirren Independent Supporters Association voted overwhelmingly in favour of a deal that will increase its stake in the club to 51%. (Daily Record)
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