Scottish Football Transfer News: Ex-Rangers star surprise contender for Hibs job, Aberdeen and Hearts face signing competition, St Mirren goalkeeper plans

Rangers put in a spirited performance in the first-leg of their Europa League semi-final with RB Leipzig, going down just 1-0 in Germany.

With another weekend of important football coming up we take a look at the main headlines, news and transfer speculation from around the SPFL.

Ramirez’s Dons future

Aberdeen boss Jim Goodwin has spoken on the future of striker Christian Ramirez. The striker has been linked with a return to MLS or a move to England after his wife posted what appeared to be a goodbye message regarding the difficulty of living in the city. Goodwin said: “As far as I’m aware, Christian is under contract 'til the end of next season and he’s not come to tell me that he’s not happy or he’s not enjoying life at Aberdeen. Until that conversation is had, I’ll just assume that he’s quite happy here and giving his all for the team." (The Scotsman)

Roofe and Ramsey update

Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst reckons it will be a case of assessing Kemar Roofe and Aaron Ramsey on a day-by-day basis before making a decision on whether they are fit enough for the second-leg of the Europa League semi-final against RB Leipzig. Rangers trail 1-0 following a late strike on Thursday night. He said: "We will wait and see who we've got available next week.” (Various)

Butcher's United future in doubt

Calum Butcher could be on his way out of Dundee United with the confirmation that he won’t play again this season. Tam Courts described it a “private matter”. He said: “He has served the club really well and it has been a private matter that is being managed by the football club. Unfortunately, he won’t play for us between now and the end of the season." (Various)

Hibs manager latest

Former Manchester United and Rangers