Scottish Gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Livingston, Hearts, Aberdeen, Hatate, Cantwell

Former player turned pundit Chris Sutton worries champions Celtic are losing their "fear factor" at domestic level after a "weak and timid" exit from the Champions League. (Daily Record), external

Manager Brendan Rodgers thinks Reo Hatate is unlikely to be involved in the Asian Cup as the Celtic midfielder continues his comeback from injury. (Football Scotland), external

Todd Cantwell "can't sulk or spit the dummy" after his first-half substitution against Aris on Thursday, says former Ibrox skipper Barry Ferguson, rather the Rangers midfielder must "redouble his efforts". (Daily Record), external

Ex-Ibrox striker Kris Boyd says Rangers boss Philippe Clement could have replaced any of his attacking players against Aris, saying the performance was "nowhere near the standard required". (Scottish Sun), external

Former vice-chairman Neil Hogarth has lodged a petition with the Court of Session which aims to "halt and suspend" the recent takeover at Livingston. (Daily Mail, print edition)

Hearts are considering a loan move for striker Makenzie Kirk, with the 17-year-old on 22 goals for the B team in the Lowland League. (Scotsman), external

With seven away trips in eight games over just 36 days, Aberdeen have had to endure the toughest fixture schedule in Europe, claims manager Barry Robson. (Press & Journal, external, subscription required)

Former Rangers midfielder Joey Barton reveals bets against Celtic played a part in him copping a gambling ban in 2017 and effectively ending his playing career. (Anything Goes podcast via Football Scotland, external)

Air fares from Scotland to Germany jumped 600 per cent - even before fans know where they are going for next summer's Euro 2024. (Scottish Sun), external