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Scottish Sun
4 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Hearts ‘considering move for Scotland star' if Lawrence Shankland decides to quit Tynecastle
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HEARTS are exploring alternatives close to home in the event that Lawrence Shankland doesn't sign a new contract. And in doesn't get much closer than a player who's played for two Premiership rivals - including their most hated. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Lawrence Shankland scoring for Hearts against Motherwell Credit: Roddy Scott 4 Former Hibee Kevin Nisbet won the Scottish Cup with Aberdeen last season Credit: Alamy 4 Nisbet could replace Shankland at Tynecastle this coming season Credit: Kenny Ramsay Shankland's contract at Tynecastle is up and the Scotland cap is yet to decide what to do with his future, with reported interest from West Brom down south and from teams abroad. According to the Daily Record, Derek McInnes is considering a shock move for former Hibs and Aberdeen star Kevin Nisbet. The Scotland striker has returned to Millwall after his Dons loan spell came to a close. It's claimed that McInnes has been a fan of Nisbet's for some time and wouldn't say no to trying to lure him back to Edinburgh. McInnes said today that he's in constant discussion with Shankland and his agent over a new deal. But the new Hearts boss insists time is running out and that he wants a resolution soon. He told Sky Sports: "I'm in constant dialogue with Lawrence, spoke to his agents as well several times through the last few weeks but Lawrence has obviously got a lot to consider. "We think we're a really strong option for him, whether we're the best option in Lawrence's eyes we've got to wait and see but there'll come a point really that we need to draw a line under it and Lawrence has got to look at looking after him and I've got to look after Hearts. "Hopefully we can find a solution because he is a player that I think can really thrive with us at Hearts. "He's shown in the time here how important he is and you try and not let players like that leave the door without putting up the best fight you can and we're in the fight for him. FOUR to join Rangers before Champions League Plus Aarons impact on Tavernier REVEALED "I believe we're a really strong option for Lawrence, I believe we're the best option for him at this moment, he's got the World Cup to try and get involved in at the end of next season. 'There are loads of reasons why Lawrence could see this as a good option for him. "Hopefully as I say we're his best option and at the minute we're in the fight to keep him. "I always feel deadlines are not always healthy and sometimes can be a bit antagonistic but there's been enough conversations with Lawrence. "There'll come a point where he has to move on and try and secure his future and likewise I need to make sure that we secure our squad going forward but we're not at that stage yet. "But sooner rather than later really to try and get that resolved because I want clarity in what I'm dealing with and I'm sure Lawrence is wanting clarity on his future as well." 4 Nisbet celebrates scoring the winner for Hibs in a 2023 derby clash against Hearts Credit: Andrew Barr Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
4 hours ago
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- Daily Record
Kevin Nisbet on Hearts transfer radar as Lawrence Shankland alternatives eyed and McInnes makes admission
The Jambos are desperately trying to get their captain tied down on a new contract but might be forced to look elsewhere Derek McInnes insists a decision from Lawrence Shankland on his Hearts future is now a matter of urgency - with the Jambos keeping tabs on Kevin Nisbet as a potential alternative. Gorgie captain Shanks is out of contract at Tynecastle and is yet to accept a new deal as he also considers other options available to him, with West Brom and two Saudi Pro League teams keen. McInnes, who hosts former club Aberdeen in a mouthwatering Monday night clash for his first Premiership game in charge, believes Hearts is still Shankland's best bet but admits a decision needs to be made "sooner rather than later.' And if they fail in a bid to convince Shankland to remain in Gorgie, then his Scotland team-mate - and ex-Hibs man – Nisbet is under consideration. Nisbet has returned to Millwall following his Scottish Cup-winning loan spell at Aberdeen last season. The 28-year-old is going into the final year of his deal at the New Den as Alex Neil assesses his future. McInnes is a long-time admirer of Nisbet and is keeping an eye on his situation in south London as Shankland talks continue. On Shankland, the Hearts boss told Sky Sports: 'I'm in constant dialogue with Lawrence, spoke to his agents as well several times through the last few weeks but Lawrence has obviously got a lot to consider. "We think we're a really strong option for him, whether we're the best option in Lawrence's eyes we've got to wait and see but there'll come a point really that we need to draw a line under it and Lawrence has got to look at looking after him and I've got to look after Hearts. "Hopefully we can find a solution because he is a player that I think can really thrive with us at Hearts. He's shown in the time here how important he is and you try and not let players like that leave the door without putting up the best fight you can and we're in the fight for him. "I believe we're a really strong option for Lawrence, I believe we're the best option for him at this moment, he's got the World Cup to try and get involved in at the end of next season. 'There are loads of reasons why Lawrence could see this as a good option for him. Hopefully as I say we're his best option and at the minute we're in the fight to keep him. "I always feel deadlines are not always healthy and sometimes can be a bit antagonistic but there's been enough conversations with Lawrence. "There'll come a point where he has to move on and try and secure his future and likewise I need to make sure that we secure our squad going forward but we're not at that stage yet, but sooner rather than later really to try and get that resolved because I want clarity in what I'm dealing with and I'm sure Lawrence is wanting clarity on his future as well.'
Glasgow Times
19 hours ago
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- Glasgow Times
Out-of-contract Shankland trains with Rangers' Tavernier
The out-of-contract Hearts player joined Tavernier and Kieran Trippier for a training camp in Dubai. Both Shankland and Tavernier are keen to stay fit for pre-season, with Tavernier expected back at Rangers for Russell Martin's first day with the players. Shankland does not have a club and is being pursued by several teams, including West Brom. Performance coach Chris Bowman shared a photo of the Scottish Premiership rivals after a tough session. He captioned the image: "Tough one in the cooker today." Shankland and Tavernier are both represented by Storm Sports X agency. During his time at Hearts, Shankland has been consistently linked with a move to Rangers. However, Derek McInnes hopes to convince the striker to re-sign at Tynecastle.
The National
19 hours ago
- Sport
- The National
Lawrence Shankland trains with Rangers ace James Tavernier
The out-of-contract Hearts skipper joined Tavernier alongside Newcastle United and England ace Kieran Trippier for a warm-weather coaching camp in Dubai. Both players are clearly keen to keep themselves sharp ahead of pre-season, with Tavernier due back at Rangers on Monday morning for Russell Martin's first day with the players. Shankland is without a club, and while Derek McInnes hopes to convince the striker to re-sign at Tynecastle, the Scotland international is attracting interest from south of the border, having been heavily linked with West Brom, as well as other clubs abroad. Elite performance coach Chris Bowman took to Instagram to share an image of the Scottish Premiership rivals after they took part in an intense session in the sizzling UAE sun. Bowman shared several clips of the Shankland, Tavernier and Trippier being put through their paces. Read more: Posting this photo, he captioned the image: "Tough one in the cooker today." It is worth noting that both Shankland and Tavernier are represented by Storm Sports X agency. Throughout Shankland's time at Hearts, he has consistently been touted with a move to his boyhood heroes at Ibrox.
Daily Record
20 hours ago
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- Daily Record
Lawrence Shankland trains with Rangers captain James Tavernier and Newcastle Utd star in unlikely pre-season team up
The pair joined Kieran Trippier for an elite coaching camp in the United Arab Emirates Lawrence Shankland has been spotted training with James Tavernier – but it's no sign they'll be teammates any time soon as the pair joined Kieran Trippier for a warm weather coaching camp in the UAE. The Hearts captain is out of contract and, as he mulls over talks with Derek McInnes to stay in Gorgie, he's been keeping himself sharp in his downtime. The same goes for Rangers skipper Tavernier who is due back in on Monday for his first session under Russell Martin with the Ibrox side gearing up for their opening Champions League qualifier with Panathinaikos next month. Neither have been putting their feet up as eagle-eyed fans spotted a post from elite performance coach Chris Bowman – who took the pair to the United Arab Emirates for an intense coaching session. They were in elite company with Newcastle and England right-back Trippier also involved in the session which took place in the searing heat in the desert. Bowman, who ran the session, shared a number of clips on his Instagram story which featured the trio and other players as they were put through their paces in their down time. A snap shared with all the players together showed Shankland on the left and Tavernier on the right, captioned: "Tough one in the cooker today." Hearts fans will of course be hoping Shankland hangs around at Tynecastle to help new boss McInnes in his ambition to gun down Rangers and split the Old Firm this season. Whether Rangers fans would be open to Shankland and Tavernier joining forces on the pitch next season is another question. Russell Martin is thought to be on the hunt for another striker but he'll first need to resolve the future of Cyriel Dessers who continues to court interest from AEK Athens. But the new Ibrox board's firm stance on landing a fee in the region of £5million for last season's top scorer means that one may not reach a conclusion any time soon. Despite what was largely a disappointing season for Shankland last term, he still managed nine goals and 11 assists in a campaign that improved towards the end. He scored back to back doubles against Ross County and Motherwell after the split, rediscovering some of the form that saw him score 31 times in 2023/24. Follow Record Sport on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all of the up-to-the minute breaking news, video and audio on the SPFL, the Scotland national team and beyond. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also on WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here.
