SPFL transfer latest: Celtic star considers future, ‘Title chase still alive’, Dons better than Rangers?

There’s nothing quite like a good transfer story to get the anticipation going – and thankfully, we have a lots of those today.

Huge money moves, big name transfers and a look ahead to tonight’s crucial Pittodrie clash.

Here are today’s top stories…

Top Stories

• Owain Fon Williams may not have featured on the pitch during Wales’ successful Euro 2016 campaign in France, but the Caley Thistle goalkeeper has been inspired to capture the nation’s celebrations on canvas (Press and Journal)

• Scott Brown will decide his Scotland future after Celtic’s hectic festive fixture schedule (Sun)

• Aberdeen defender Andy Considine believes the Reds are better than Rangers and will prove it by securing second place in the Premiership this season (Press and Journal)

• Rangers are far from out of the Premiership title race this season, according to striker Kenny Miller. The striker says league leaders Celtic are unbeaten but not unbeatable. (Various)

• Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has warned his defence to beware the twin threat of Motherwell’s forwards tonight as the Dons bid to close the gap on Rangers in the race for second place in the Premiership (Press and Journal)

• Former Rangers star Jonatan Johansson has been named assistant manager of Finland. (Scottish Sun)

• Motherwell boss Mark McGhee is happy to blood youngsters but is seeking greater consistency from his Fir Park squad this season. (The National)

• Ross County manager Jim McIntyre is not planning drastic changes to his squad in next month’s transfer window (Press and Journal)

South of the Border

• Captain John Terry has been told he will not be offered a new contract at Chelsea (Times)

• Steve Bruce has offered Arsenal right-back Carl Jenkinson the chance to rebuild his career at Aston Villa. (Mirror)

• Roma are planning on signing Chelsea’s Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas on loan. (Il Tempo)

• Contract negotiations with Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez are “looking pretty good”, according to Arsenal general secretary David Miles. (Metro)

• Striker Jordan Rhodes looks set for the Middlesbrough exit door amid interest from Sheffield Wednesday and Aston Villa. (Mirror)

And Finally…

Aberdeen will welcome Motherwell to Pittodrie at full strength, as the Dons aim to pile the pressure on second-placed Rangers.

Derek McInnes will have a squad free from suspension or serious injury when the Steelmen make the trip north to the Granite City.

The Dons suffered a frustrating goalless draw at home to St Johnstone on Saturday and McInnes’ men will be looking to convert their considerable firepower this time around.

While both side have netted in the last five meeting between the sides, Aberdeen have been significantly more successful, winning five of the last seven encounters.

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