Aberdeen Football Club’s prospects of securing Elfsborg coach Jimmy Thelin as their new manager are diminishing. It has been reported that Thelin has backed out of negotiations with the Dons due to his loyalty to Elfsborg. This development has cast doubt on his potential appointment. However, Aberdeen has made progress in their search for a new boss by narrowing down their list of candidates, bringing them closer to making a final decision.
On the player front, Reo Hatate, a player for Celtic, participated in a 45-minute session during a practice match against St Mirren as part of his ongoing recovery from a double calf injury. Meanwhile, Craig Halkett, a defender for Hearts, is scheduled to undergo exploratory knee surgery, and his teammate Peter Haring, who recently underwent knee surgery, has yet to commence discussions regarding the renewal of his contract, which expires in the summer.
Elsewhere, manager Craig Levein of St Johnstone has addressed the conduct of Max Kucheriavyi and Connor Smith, indicating that the duo have learned from their past mistakes. Additionally, Partick Thistle’s 16-year-old player Ceiran Loney is currently undergoing training with Brighton, a club that has been monitoring his progress for several months.
In a different development, former Dundee and Queen of the South player Jordan Marshall is preparing to make a comeback to Scotland with The New Saints, who will be facing Airdrieonians in the SPFL Trust Cup final on Sunday. Finally, it has been reported that Leeds United is considering offering a revamped contract to Archie Gray, an 18-year-old midfielder, in the upcoming summer in the face of interest from top Premier League clubs.
This roundup of football news encompasses various developments within Scottish football, ranging from managerial pursuits to player injuries and potential transfers. As the football community eagerly awaits further developments, these updates underscore the dynamic nature of the sport and the multitude of factors that influence team dynamics and performance.