Gaps to fill as Scotland coach Steve Clarke prepares to name squad

It’s a mixed bag for Scotland’s normally limited options up front.

Che Adams has hit the ground running after his switch from Southampton, scoring in his first start as Torino beat Atalanta 2-1.

Likewise, following his own move from Bristol City, late Euros call-up Tommy Conway’s stoppage-time penalty secured Middlesbrough’s 2-2 draw with Portsmouth after the 22-year-old came on for the final 20 minutes.

However, while Lyndon Dykes came on as a substitute to rescue a point for Queens Park Rangers against Sheffield United, he was then dropped this weekend amid hints that he is leaving the Championship club.

Lawrence Shankland built on his experience in Germany by looking a class apart in Hearts’ pre-season friendlies but has failed to score in five competitive outings since.

Kevin Nisbet says a Scotland recall is behind his escape from Millwall but will no doubt need more than one substitute appearance on loan to Aberdeen to revive his fortunes.

Meanwhile, Oli McBurnie has impressed as a starter for Las Palmas after leaving Sheffield United, setting up their late weekend consolation away to Leganes in La Liga.

However, it would be a surprise if the forgotten man of the past three years does not remain so as Clarke again chooses between his tried and trusted.