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Crewe are set to swoop for long term target Clayton Donaldson from Hibs. The former York hit man is set to be named as Nicky Maynard's replacement following Maynard's move to Bristol City earlier in the week. Donaldson has been a long term target if Steve Holland's but has so far failed to capture his man due to Hibs' resistance to let Donaldson go. However, the 24 year old 'giant' has now been told he will be able to leave if the right offer came along. Donaldson moved up north in summer 2007 after a two year spell at York City, where he scored over 40 goals in 86 appearances. Donaldson, Bradford born, started his career at Hull City but only made a couple of appearances before leaving for York. His year at Hibs has been less than fruitful, with just 5 goals in 18 games.

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Tennent's International Challenge Match
Scotland v Northern Ireland
August 20 2008, 8pm

Ticket Prices:
Family £12 & £3
Adult £15 & £20

Introduce the next generation of Scotland fans to the National Team with our special Family Tickets for the game against Northern Ireland.

An adult and child can cheer on George and the Boys in their last match before the World Cup Campaign for just £15. With adult tickets also starting at just £15 this is an ideal opportunity to be a part of the team as we set out on the road to Sout ... Read more »

Henry is in Scotland with his Barcelona team-mates

France striker Thierry Henry believes Scotland have nothing to fear as they bid to reach the next World Cup.

The Scots beat France twice in the qualifying race for Euro 2008 but narrowly missed out on the finals.

And Henry said: "I think Scotland fans can get excited about World Cup qualifying because I don't see why you should be scared of any team.

"If you guys hadn't lost in Georgia it would have been really difficult for us to qual ... Read more »

Nacho Novo has called on Rangers to bring in a new midfielder to replace injured star Barry Ferguson.

Gers skipper Ferguson is set to miss the first three months of the season after undergoing ankle surgery earlier this month.

Novo admits losing Ferguson is a major blow to the side and he believes the Glasgow giants need to bring in a quality signing to provide cover for Ferguson.

"Barry is a right-sided midfielder and we don't have anyone," Novo told the Sunday Mail.

"We have Charlie Adam but he's left-sided just like Kevin Thomson so we need someone else.

Injuries

"We've picked up a few injuries and there aren't many players left. DaMarcus Beasley and Barry have picked up knocks and are important players.

"It's a big squad and we'll do everything we can to compensate because we need to be ready for the European qualifiers.

Celtic defender Caldwell is now an established international

Celtic defender Gary Caldwell has said he is keen to play for the Glasgow club for the remainder of his career.

The 25-year-old Scotland international, signed by Gordon Strachan from Hibernian, is entering the final year of a three-year contract.

Caldwell said: "If I was to stay at Celtic all of my professional life I would think that was great.

"The situation is outside my control an ... Read more »

Lovenkrands left Rangers to join Schalke 04 in May 2006

Schalke 04 winger Peter Lovenkrands says he would jump at the chance to rejoin his former club Rangers.

The 28-year-old Dane moved to the German side under freedom of contract in May 2006 after spending six seasons at Ibrox.

"It's a bit difficult for me to speak about, but I would have loved to come back to Rangers," Lovenkrands said.

"Would I still go to Rangers? You can probably ... Read more »