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Friday's Scottish gossip

Scottish newspaper gossip

FOOTBALL GOSSIP

Czech Republic manager Michal Bilek refuses to accept that Scotland plan to play without a recognised striker. (Various)

Dundee face an agonising wait until next week to discover if Calum Melville comes good on his pledge of £200,000 to stave off the threat of administration. (Various)

Former Dundee player Eddie Malone, now at Ayr United, claims medical bills were going unpaid at Dens Park last season. (Herald)

Aston Villa reserve coach Kevin McDonald has entered the running to become the next manager of Hibernian. (Sun)

Derek Adams reckons the fact he is being linked with the Hibs vacancy is testament to how far Ross County have progressed. (Daily Express)

And Hamilton skipper Alex Neil is confident Billy Reid will stay with the Accies, despite being the "ideal" candidate for Hibs. (Herald)

Rangers striker Nikica Jelavic is targeting the Old Firm derby on 2 January for his comeback from an ankle injury. (Various)

Celtic midfielder Beram Kayal will be out of action until next year after being told he needs a hernia operation. (Daily Express)

Former Rangers defender and Clyde coach Graham Roberts has been appointed coach of Pakistan. (Daily Mail)

OTHER GOSSIP

Scotland's Martin Laird is desperate for a shot at Ryder Cup glory in 2012 after being thrilled by Europe's success. (Sun)



see also
Friday's gossip column
08 Oct 10 |  Gossip
Thursday's Scottish gossip
07 Oct 10 |  Scotland
Wednesday's Scottish gossip
06 Oct 10 |  Scotland
Tuesday's Scottish gossip
05 Oct 10 |  Scotland


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