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When and what time does the January 2025 transfer window close in Scotland?

Rangers boss Philippe Clement and Celtic's Brendan Rodgers.
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A new year can only mean one thing, the opening of another January transfer window.

Clubs across Scotland - and beyond - will get wheeling and dealing as they look to improve what they have and ship out some deadwood to make way for new stars, and this month it looks like being as busy as ever. Celtic are close to sealing a deal to bring Kieran Tierney back to Parkhead in what would be a statement move from Brendan Rodgers - and the deal could even be done in time to hand the Scotland cap his second debut at Ibrox. The Hoops are also braced for a bid for Kyogo Furuhashi, whilst fringe men like Luis Palma could head for pastures news.

On the other side of the city, Philippe Clement looked like a man who wouldn't still be Rangers boss come the opening of the January window a few weeks ago - but he's turned that around, and they will be busy looking to close the gap to their old rivals. Expect attacking reinforcements to be high up his list of priorities, whilst misfiring striker Cyriel Dessers could be moved on after a difficult 18 months in Govan.

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It's a vital month in the capital as Hearts and Hibs look to pull clear of relegation danger, whilst Aberdeen will be determined to reignite their spark from earlier in the campaign - that saw Jimmy Thelin's men sitting comfortably in second in the Premiership table at one stage. Record Sport will keep you updated with every rumour, bidding war and move in what should be a hectic month.

When does the January transfer window open in Scotland?

The transfer window officially flies open at midnight on January 1 2025, with clubs able to register new signings from this time.

When does the January transfer window close in Scotland?

There's a slight change for 2025 that gives SPFL clubs longer to sort their business this winter, with the window remaining open until 11pm on Monday February 3.

When does the January transfer window close in England?

Unlike in previous years the Scottish and English windows will both close at the same time, 11pm on February 3. Historically there had been small differences, with Scotland's window extended until 11.30pm last winter - but that is no longer the case.

Can clubs sign players out with the January window?

For very last minute deals sides will be able to push transfers back by an hour if they can submit certain pieces of paperwork by the 11pm deadline on February 3. After that? Only players who were free agents when the window closed will be able to sign for top flight sides.