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Stuart Duff has been told he can leave the club in January

Dundee United have told midfielder Stuart Duff he is free to leave during the January transfer window.

The 25-year-old, who is out of contract in the summer, joined United in 1999 and is the longest-serving player in the first-team squad.

United manager Craig Levein said: "I've had a chat with Stuart and told him he's fr... Read more »

Diamond is an important figure in the Dons side

Aberdeen defender Zander Diamond has signed a new three-and-a-half year contract to remain at Pittodrie.

The 23-year-old looked set to leave having turned down the club's initial offer but has accepted improved terms.

And manager Jimmy Calderwood is delighted Diamond has ended speculation surrounding his future.

"Zander's arguably b... Read more »

Coelho is under contract with Corinthians until 2009

Celtic have dropped their interest in Brazilian Coelho after the defender spent time training in Scotland.

The 24-year-old is nearing the end of a year-long loan from Corinthians to Brazil rivals Atletico Mineiro.

However, he did not do enough to impress Celtic manager Gordon Strachan and is now back in his homeland.

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McCormack has been in great form for Motherwell this season

Motherwell striker Ross McCormack is open to extending his stay at Fir Park and will sit down to discuss a contract extension soon.

The 21-year-old, who has netted eight goals this season, will see his current deal expire in the summer.

But he told the club website: "I've always said that I would benefit from another season... Read more »

Balde turned down a move to Sunderland in the summer

Celtic defender Bobo Balde has confirmed he is keen on a move to Bolton after the clubs opened talks on a possible January transfer.

The 32-year-old, who will feature at the African Nations Cup with Guinea, told the Sun: "I want my future to be resolved in the next few days.

"If the clubs reach an agreement I will go to Bolton. Celtic know my... Read more »

Mizuno is seen as one of Japan's brightest stars

Celtic are looking to further strengthen their squad with the signing of Japanese midfielder Koki Mizuno.

The SPL club applied in December for a work permit for the 22-year-old J-League star and should find out within 48 hours if it has been granted.

Mizuno is out of contract with his club JEF United and is seen as one of the brightest prospects in Japan.... Read more »

Nicholson has scored six goals for Aberdeen this season

Aberdeen midfielder Barry Nicholson claims it is with reluctance that he will be leaving Pittodrie.

The 29-year-old is free to negotiate with other clubs, having rejected the offer of a contract extension.

"If there is no further room for negotiation, I'm going to have to look elsewhere," Nicholson told BBC Sport. ... Read more »

Boruc had been linked with moves to Arsenal and AC Milan

Poland goalkeeper Artur Boruc has ended speculation about his future by signing a contract extension that commits him to Celtic until 2011.

The 27-year-old, who joined Celtic in 2005, was this weekend linked with moves to both Arsenal and AC Milan.

But he told arturboruc.com: "I am very grateful to the Celtic management for putting their tr... Read more »

Corrigan delayed the announcement of his move

Kilmarnock have signed Martyn Corrigan after his contract with Motherwell was terminated by mutual consent.

The 30-year-old agreed to join Killie more than a week ago but delayed his move after the sudden death of Well captain Phil O'Donnell last weekend.

"It's been a really difficult decision to make, especially in light... Read more »

Full-back Hinkel moved to Sevilla in the summer of 2006

Celtic have completed the signing of Andreas Hinkel from the Spanish side Sevilla for a fee of around £1.9m.

The 25-year-old German right-back has signed a contract which ties him to the Scottish champions until 2011.

"I am delighted to sign for Celtic Football Club and am really looking forward to joining up with my new team-mat... Read more »