Scottish gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Motherwell, St Johnstone, Hibernian, Shankland, Lennon, McCann

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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is predicting a January clear out as he looks to trim back his squad of 32 to around 25. (Daily Record), external

However, Brendan Rodgers says he won't "throw guys to the garbage" following fans' grumbles about Celtic's squad depth in the wake of Saturday's goalless draw away to Hibs. (Scotsman) , external

Rangers will have money to spend in January, reckons former skipper Barry Ferguson who is urging the club to explore the possibility of signing Hearts striker Lawrence Shankland. (Go Radio via Football Scotland, external)

Veteran goalkeeper David Marshall is a "real calm influence on the team", says Hibernian boss Nick Montgomery who praises the 38-year-old for adapting to a new method of playing. (Daily Record), external

Manager Stuart Kettlewell admits Motherwell are desperate to get Lennon Miller tied down on a new deal after opening talks with the 17-year-old. (Daily Record), external

Former Celtic and Hibs manager Neil Lennon says "probably not at the minute" when asked if he would be interested in taking over at St Johnstone. (PLZ Soccer via Scottish Sun, external)

Former Scotland striker Kenny Miller reckons St Johnstone should target Neil McCann as their next manager and says Scott Brown is "a good shout". (Clyde 1 via Scottish Sun, external)

St Johnstone players must ensure no one can accuse them of "chucking it" again, says captain Liam Gordon after the departure of manager Steven MacLean. (Courier , external- subscription required)

Albania midfielder Ylber Ramadani is being tracked by Inter Milan just months after leaving Aberdeen for Lecce. (PianetaLecce via Scottish Sun, external)

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