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Football rumours: Stuart Armstrong signs new Celtic deal, Lennon blanked by Rangers boss Caixinha, Barcelona to fight for Coutinho move

Celtic's Stuart Armstrong (SNS Group)
Celtic's Stuart Armstrong (SNS Group)

CELTIC’S Stuart Armstrong has finally put pen to paper on a new contract.

The Hoops have announced that the 25-year-old midfielder has signed a two-year deal at the club, ending speculation over his future.

Armstrong told the Celtic website: “I am delighted to sign this new contract with Celtic. I have had a tremendous time at the Club so far and it has been a period in my footballing career which I have enjoyed immensely.”


The fallout from Rangers v Hibs continues as Neil Lennon claims Pedro Caixinha blanked him when they met in the Ibrox boss’ office after the match.

Caixinha himself had demanded a little more respect earlier this week. (Daily Record)

Rangers midfielder Ryan Jack has red card rescinded as Motherwell and Hearts also find out appeal outcomes

Rangers boss Pedro Caixinha says he’s factored refereeing decisions into training sessions


Aberdeen have been fined by UEFA following crowd trouble during their Europa League defeat to Apollo Limassol.

Dons fans clashed with stewards at full time, resulting in a 10,000 euro fine and a warning from the governing body over not having stewards travelling with fans.

Apollon Limassol copped a 27,000 euro fine for a number of offences during the same match. (Evening Express)


Partick Thistle boss Alan Archibald has distanced himself from speculation linking him with the Hearts job, reports the Edinburgh Evening News.


Dundee have been linked with former Celtic striker Denny Johnstone and Colchester’s James Demetriou. (Evening Telegraph)


Elsewhere

The Philippe Coutinho-to-Barcelona transfer saga could rumble on until the end of the window with the Catalan club admitting it will be difficult to prise the Brazilian playmaker away from Anfield, the Liverpool Echo reports.

However, according to the Daily Telegraph, the La Liga giants are prepared to “fight” all the way to land their man.

Premier League Weekly: Would transfer window change have made a difference in Sanchez, Coutinho and Van Dijk sagas?


The Telegraph also reports that Chelsea striker Diego Costa has no intention of returning to Stamford Bridge as he pushes for a move to Atletico Madrid.

Diego Costa
Diego Costa is reported to be seeking a move to Atletico Madrid (Nigel French/PA)

With the Spanish club under a transfer embargo, though, Everton could seek to land the Spain international on a short-term deal, according to the Sun.


Tottenham defender Kevin Wimmer is a man in demand. The Stoke Sentinel reports that Potters boss Mark Hughes wants to take him to the bet365 Stadium.

However, according to the Telegraph they will face competition from West Brom. The Baggies’ interest does not, however, mean that Jonny Evans would be allowed to join Manchester City.