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Loads of fans, players and pundits alike have had their say on the controversy surrounding Sunday’s Old Firm, but Celtic fans can’t quite believe what one journalist tweeted.

The third Old Firm of the season has been and gone and it certainly did not disappoint.

Alfredo Morelos once again fell victim to an opponent player getting in his head, as Bhoys captain Scott Brown helped get the Colombian sent off.

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Odsonne Edouard had just given the home side a deserved lead before Ryan Kent cancelled it out with a wonderfully taken goal, only for James Forrest to pop up with a dramatic late winner.

The entertainment didn’t end there though, as Brown’s celebrations after the final whistle sparked more confrontation, confrontation that led to Andy Halliday receiving a second yellow card.

And Ewan Murray, a writer for The Guardian, has slammed Brown for goading the Rangers fans after full time.

You can find some of the best Twitter reactions down below, where fans are less than impressed by Murray’s verdict…

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Celtic are reportedly one of a number of teams chasing a deal for Mexican defender Edson Alvarez.

What’s the story?

Sport Witness have collated a number of reports focused on the future of Alvarez, including two that claim Celtic want to sign the explosive 21 year-old.

Alvarez, a versatile centre-back with the speed to play as a full back or in midfield, was linked with the Hoops last year.

Now, both Nacion Deportes and America Monumental include Celtic in the list of interested parties, with Inter Milan and PSV also mentioned as possible landing spots.

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Multipurpose

Valued at £6.75m by Transfermarkt, a move for Alvarez shouldn’t break the bank for the Hoops, and it could potentially kill two birds with one stone.

Neil Lennon’s side are crying out for a solid central defender, which Alvarez is primarily, but his ability to play various positions means the club don’t have to find a replacement for back-up right back Cristian Gamboa, who will likely depart when his contract ends this summer.

This is not to say that Alvarez would be signed to help out at right back, but having that option in case of emergencies will certainly be a big boost for whoever is in the dugout next season.

It also allows the club to focus on other areas of need, all while addressing a major issue in the squad at the heart of defence.

And address that issue is exactly what Alvarez would do, as he is just the type of commanding physical force that the current crop at the back are crying out for.

He is only 6 ft 1, but the 20-cap Mexican international’s mobility, athleticism and dogged determination make him just about the toughest opponent you could face in a physical battle.

Celtic are absolutely right to reignite their interest in Alvarez, and his rough and tumble play could make him an instant cult hero at Parkhead.

After a two-year stay in the Premier League, Huddersfield Town will be returning to the second tier after last week’s defeat to Crystal Palace confirmed their relegation.

Despite showing glimmers of improvement under boss Jan Siewert, a lack of quality compared to their other top-flight competitors has ultimately proved to be too much of a hurdle for the Terriers to overcome this season.

With the squad set to be overhauled in the summer, there are currently six players who have yet to agree new deals at the John Smith’s Stadium (via the Examiner). Whereas forward Laurent Depoitre is unlikely to stay at the club given his ineffectiveness in front of goal, it could be worth taking a risk on extending Jack Payne’s stay.

Currently on loan at Bradford City, the midfielder has provided a bright spark for the club in what has otherwise been a dismal season for the Yorkshire-based outfit. Although the Bantams find themselves bottom of League One and facing an almost-certain return to the fourth tier of English football in May, Payne has been individually impressive, scoring nine goals and providing five assists for his team-mates.

Giving the current state of affairs at Valley Parade, it is very unlikely that Bradford will be able to negotiate a permanent deal for the 24-year-old at the end of the current campaign and so he is expected to return to Huddersfield. If Payne continues to perform to a high standard in League One, he could build up the confidence needed to make the step up next season to the second tier with the Terriers after representing them in the division two years ago.

However, if Siewert decides to cut ties with the former Southend United ace, he is sure to attract interest from elsewhere when you consider the qualities that he possesses.

What do you think Huddersfield fans? Should Siewert give Payne a second chance to impress at the club? Or is time to let the midfielder leave in the summer? Let us know below.

Spurs and manager Mauricio Pochettino will be hoping for a flying finish to the season in their new stadium ahead of a massive summer.

The London club are expected to finally make some moves in the transfer market this summer after some disappointing windows in previous years, and Pochettino will no doubt have a long list of targets he would like to bring into the club.

However, despite funds no doubt being available for Spurs, Pochettino is reportedly considering selling both Kieran Trippier and Danny Rose as he looks to shake things up at the club, and we here in the Tavern think that this could well be a risky move.

Trippier and Rose have both proven themselves as loyal servants to Spurs over recent years, and their performances too have warranted their consistent selection from Pochettino.

Bringing in players of the right sort of quality to replace the English duo could be something which costs a fair bit of money in all honesty, and there is also no guarantee of getting in players who can fill the void adequately.

Of course, Pochettino is well within his rights to want to change a few things round in his squad, but Rose and Trippier might both be players who cannot be replaced with ease.

Spurs do need to spend this summer and they do also need to move a few people on, but the decison to move the England pair might well prove a costly one in all honesty.

Tottenham Hotspur fans are probably still yet to get over the fact that their side are in the Champions League semi-final, with Ajax now standing in their way. 

Mauricio Pochettino really has worked wonders this season and the north London club’s new stadium certainly seems to be helping, so perhaps Champions League glory could be on the cards.

What’s the News?

Spurs recently received a big boost on the injury front, as according to PhysioRoom.com (via football.london), Hugo Lloris is expected to be fit for the Brighton clash on Tuesday.

“He has suffered a small muscle problem,” Pochettino told reporters.

Paulo Gazzaniga started in-between the sticks at the Etihad yesterday and it’s safe to say that he looked less than comfortable, especially when it came to playing the ball out from the back.

The Verdict:Hugo Lloris hasn’t been at his best this season but he’s still a very important part of Spurs’ setup under Mauricio Pochettino, so his return would come as a big boost for the club and supporters. He will provide a wealth of experience in the closing stages of this season and he has the ability to win games for the north London club.Of course, Spurs fans would love to see Harry Kane return to action immediately with lots still to play for in the current campaign, but it looks as if they’ll have to settle for Lloris right now.Tottenham Hotspur fans, how big of a boost will Lloris’ return be on Tuesday? Join in with the discussion below by sharing your thoughts with us.