St Johnstone move for Eremenko collapses - gossip

St Johnstone's bid to sign Roman Eremenko, who has 73 Finland caps, has collapsed after the Scottish FA refused to endorse a work permit application, with the 37-year-old midfielder's age possibly having gone against him. (Herald - subscription)

Leeds United's 21-year-old Kris Moore, who can play at centre-half or right-back, has arrived at St Johnstone for a trial. (Courier - subscription)

Midfielders Matt Smith and Cammy MacPherson have intimated they want to leave St Johnstone before the transfer window closes now that opportunities to play are likely to diminish. (Courier - subscription)

Read Wednesday's Scottish gossip