Scottish gossip: Bernabei, Kent, Valakari, Critchley, Carter-Vickers, Shankland

Argentine left-back Alexandro Bernabei could seal a permanent Celtic exit in January after starring on loan with Internacional. (Football Scotland), external

Celtic defender Cameron Carter-Vickers is back in training ahead of Saturday’s top of the table clash with Aberdeen. (The Herald), external

Former Rangers winger Ryan Kent, 27, has had his contract terminated by Fenerbahce after falling out of favour under manager Jose Mourinho. (Daily Record), external

Looking to the future, new Hearts boss Neil Critchley insists the gap between the Old Firm and the rest is not insurmountable. (Scotsman), external

Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland has recovered from the hamstring injury that forced him out of the Scotland squad. (Daily Record), external

Simo Valakari, appointed St Johnstone manager on 1 October, is still awaiting a full work permit, with the club working hard to push through the paperwork in time for Ross County’s visit on Saturday. (Scottish Sun), external

“Aberdeen changed my life,” says Girona and North Macedonia striker Bojan Miovski, who does not rule out a return to Pittodrie one day. (Daily Mail), external

The SPFL are set for fresh talks with the Scottish Government, police and the Crown Office as they get tough on fireworks in grounds, with long banning orders under consideration. (Scottish Sun), external

Dundee goalkeeper Ally Graham, 16, spent time training with Arsenal this week. (Courier, print edition)