Scottish gossip: McBurnie, Shankland, Cantwell, Hagi, Adams, Wright

Che Adams pulled out of the Scotland squad despite being fully fit as the 28-year-old striker asked to be withdrawn in order to focus on settling into Italian life after his move from Southampton to Torino. (Scottish Sun), external

Cameron Carter-Vickers is expected to be fit for Celtic’s return to action against Hearts on 14 September as the 26-year-old United States centre-half was wearing a moon-boot following Sunday’s victory over Rangers purely as a precaution after picking up a knock on his foot. (Scottish Sun), external

Dunfermline Athletic failed to strike a deal for the return of defender Malachi Fagan-Walcott on transfer deadline day as Cardiff City decided to loan the 22-year-old to National League outfit York City, although neither club has yet publicly confirmed that move. (The Courier), external

Ian Murray has revealed he was “stunned” to be sacked as Raith Rovers manager last month as he was quietly confident that they could go one better than last season’s play-off final defeat and secure promotion to the Scottish Premiership. (Glasgow Times), external

Fran Smith hopes his experience since being an international class hurdler can help him overcome the obstacles in front of St Johnstone after he was appointed the Scottish Premiership club’s new chief executive. (The Herald), external

St Mirren have finally returned to their Ralston training base after months of switching between Neilston Juniors’ Brig O’Lea and Glasgow University’s Garscube facilities because their new six-figure surface had not bedded in properly following bad weather. (The National), external