Tuesday's Scottish Gossip

FOOTBALL GOSSIP

Celtic forward Georgios Samaras, out of contract at the end of the season, is a target for Toronto FC. (Various)

And Cardiff hope to lure Celtic midfielder Joe Ledley back to his hometown when his current deal expires in the summer. (Daily Record)

Cardiff are also tracking Dundee United teenagers Ryan Gauld and John Souttar. (Daily Record)

St Johnstone striker Rory Fallon faces a two-match ban for his quickfire red card at the weekend. The New Zealander was sent off less than a minute after coming off the bench against former club Aberdeen. (Various)

Hearts manager Gary Locke insists winger Jamie Walker is no diver following a booking for simulation in Saturday's 4-1 loss at Dundee United. (Various)

Hibernian captain James McPake underwent back surgery yesterday and hopes to be back "stronger than ever" after a period of rehabilitation. (Various)

Sunderland are lining up a £3m bid for Brighton's Scotland midfielder Liam Bridcutt. (Daily Record)

Scotland's women flew out to Brazil yesterday to take part in a four-part tournament with the host nation, Chile and Canada. (Various)

Roy Keane launches an attack on his old Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson, saying the Scot is still trying to exert "control and power" at Old Trafford. (Various)