Owen Goodman joins Dundee FC
Dundee Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Owen Goodman on a season-long loan from Crystal Palace, subject to international clearance. The shot stopper was recently part of Canada’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad having first been called up in the November 2025 international window. Goodman signed his first professional contract with Crystal Palace in July 2021 aged 17. He then went on loan to Colchester United for the 2023/24 season. Goodman then returned to League 2 on loan, this time at AFC Wimbledon where he won the League 2 golden glove and kept a clean sheet in the play-off final as they were promoted to League 1. Last season, the 22-year-old was on loan at Huddersfield Town until January, and then Barnsley for the rest of the campaign. Goodman will be at Dens Park for today’s game against Clyde, but will not receive clearance in time to play. Owen Goodman said: “It’s a big league, the Scottish Premiership. There’s some big games. When Dundee came in, it was just something I had to go for. “I’m excited for a new challenge and the next step in my career, and I’m happy to try something new. The pitch looks unbelievable, and everyone has been really welcoming so I’m excited for it all.” Everyone at Dundee Football Club is delighted to welcome Owen and wishes him all the best this season.
Daizen Maeda Completes Switch to Ipswich Town
Daizen Maeda has completed a move from Premiership Champions Celtic to Premier League side Ipswich Town. The Japanese forward leaves Glasgow after joining on New Years’ Eve in 2021, playing 212 times and scoring 79 goals. He now joins newly-promoted Premier League outfit Ipswich Town in a deal reported to earn Celtic around £10m, with the 28-year-old having one year left on his contract at Parkhead, and becomes the Tractor Boys first ever Japanese player. Maeda said on his socials: “To the Celtic family, the last four and a half years at Celtic have been the most special chapter of my career and my life. “It has been an incredible honour to wear this badge, to play for this amazing club, and to share so many unforgettable moments with my teammates, the staff, and the best supporters in the world. “Thank you for standing by me through every high and low. Your incredible support gave me strength every single day, and I will always be grateful. “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in Glasgow who welcomed and supported my family. “Because of your kindness and generosity, my family was able to enjoy an unforgettable time here. Glasgow will always hold a very special place in our hearts and will forever be our second home. “My son loves Celtic so much that he already says he wants to wear the Celtic shirt and play at Celtic Park one day. I truly hope that dream comes true, and I hope our family will be back here again someday.” Maeda will now play at Portman Road until at least 2029 and could be in line for a Premier League debut there against Sunderland on August 22nd.
Motherwell Add Former Rangers Youngster Lowry as Summer Build Continues
Motherwell have announced the loan signing of Alex Lowry from Wycombe Wanderers for the 2026/27 campaign. The 23-year-old becomes the Fir Park side’s sixth addition of the summer transfer window as manager Alfred Johansson’s squad continues to take shape. “We see this as a great opportunity for Alex and the club,” Alfred Johansson said. “He is a technically gifted footballer who enjoys being on the ball and creating chances. His prior knowledge of Scottish football and experience here could prove vital over the next 12 months. We are pleased to add to the squad, and Alex can now start training with his new teammates immediately. “The backroom staff have been meticulous in scouting Alex, and I have no doubt he will slot into our team well. I look forward to working with him and helping him develop over the coming year.” A product of the Rangers Academy, Lowry progressed through the youth ranks to represent Rangers B before making 14 appearances for the senior team. He scored his first senior goal against Stirling Albion in the Scottish Cup. He featured for the Ibrox side in the Scottish Premiership, made a substitute appearance in the Champions League against Ajax, and was named on the bench for the Europa League Final. Following a loan spell with Hearts, Lowry moved to England to join League One outfit Wycombe Wanderers. After making 34 appearances for The Blues, his final outing for the club came on Boxing Day 2025. Speaking to the Motherwell website, Lowry expressed his delight at heading “back up the road.” “As a Scottish football fan, everyone knows Motherwell were an outstanding team last year,” Lowry said. “Having spoken to the manager, it is already clear he has a distinct vision for how he wants the team to play, and that identity is evident even in these early stages. “I feel I can add to the strong squad already assembled here, and I’m looking forward to kicking on this season.” Lowry will be unavailable for Motherwell’s upcoming second-leg qualifier against Havnar Bóltfelag, following the team’s 2-0 victory in the first leg on Thursday.