Rangers must fight late to keep one of their most valuable assets as a recent Celtic addition elegantly challenges his old coach.
This weekend’s big match between reigning champions Celtic and third-place team Hearts will renew the Scottish Premiership title battle.
Hearts are hoping to recover from a dismal start to the league season that included an embarrassing early cup departure and heartbreak in the Europa League.
The Hoops come into the game at Parkhead on a great high after winning all four of their opening matches.
Rangers, who were humbled 3-0 in their first Old Firm meeting of the season will have a point to prove as they make the trip to face newly promoted Dundee United.
The Light Blues are already five points behind the league leaders and will need to quickly find their best form if they want to cement a genuine title charge this term.
Ahead of the two crucial Premiership matches, we take a look at the main headlines surrounding both Glasgow clubs.
Giovanni Van Bronckhorst plots late move for Rangers icon
Former Rangers manager Giovanni Van Bronckhorst is expected to test his old club’s resolve in the final days of the Turkish transfer window as he plans a move for Light Blues captain James Tavernier.
According to Turkish newspaper Kuzey Ekspres, Besiktas have “stepped in” to the race for the 32-year-old with the clock ticking on the Turkish window, which closes on the later date of Friday 13 September.
The outlet explains that the club held interest in the right-back earlier this summer but were deterred after Tavernier “announced he would stay” at Rangers.
However, the Istanbul club now feel there is “potential” for a late deal and feel they are in “prime” position.
Tavernier made 38 league appearances last term and enjoyed his best goalscoring season with 17 strikes and 10 assists. He is yet to score in his opening four Premiership appearances this term but has registered two assists in the league so far.
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