Hoops close to Loovens deal

Celtic are on the cusp of signing defender – and one-time Rangers target - Glenn Loovens after moving close to completing a deal with Championship side Cardiff for the player.

Rangers had been linked with Loovens as a possible replacement for Aston Villa recruit Carlos Cuellar but PA Sport understands the Dutchman is now set to clinch a move to the defending Clydesdale Bank Premier League champions.