Scotland’s Liam Cooper nears CSKA Sofia move – Scottish gossip

Scotland centre-half Liam Cooper is close to joining CSKA Sofia in Bulgaria’s top flight after the 33-year-old left Leeds United at the end of last season. (Football Insider), external

A hamstring injury to Hibernian’s Kieron Bowie was “the only dampener to the night” for Scotland Under-21 head coach Scot Gemmill after Tuesday’s 5-0 win over Malta. (Sun)

Former Scotland midfielder Barry Bannan would like a testimonial with Sheffield Wednesday after 10 years with the club and, as a Celtic fan, would love the Scottish champions or former club Aston Villa to be the opponents. (The Star), external

Read Wednesday’s Scottish gossip