According to the Daily Record, both clubs are now tracking Sheffield United striker Tyrese Campbell, with the situation beginning to heat up ahead of the summer window.
The 2025 to 2026 season has not gone to plan for Sheffield United. Despite Chris Wilder returning to steady things and lift the team, they remain stuck in 17th place after a poor run of results, managing just one win in their last six matches.
That has left the club facing a crucial summer, with big decisions expected across the squad.
One player now firmly in the spotlight is Campbell.
The forward was a key figure last season, finishing as Sheffield United’s top scorer and playing a major role in their push up the table. His ability to deliver in big moments, especially against rivals, made him a fan favourite and a reliable attacking outlet.
But things have changed this season.
Campbell has struggled to find consistency, scoring just six goals in 34 appearances and currently going through a difficult spell in front of goal. His place in the starting lineup has come under pressure, with Patrick Bamford stepping in and making a stronger case for regular minutes.
That shift has not gone unnoticed.
With interest now building from both Celtic and Rangers, what was once a quiet situation has turned into a potential transfer battle between the two Scottish giants.
For Celtic, the need for attacking reinforcements has been clear for some time. Inconsistency in the final third has cost them at key moments this season, and bringing in a forward with proven experience could be seen as a priority.
Rangers, on the other hand, are also looking to strengthen their options going forward, and the opportunity to beat Celtic to a signing always adds extra intensity to any deal.
That is what makes this one different.
This is not just about signing a striker. It is about winning the race.
Campbell still has a contract running until 2027, but with the club’s form dipping and his role becoming less certain, Sheffield United could decide this is the right time to sell. It may represent their best chance to bring in a solid fee for a player they originally signed on a free transfer.
Despite his struggles this season, his overall record remains respectable.
Games: 73
Goals: 17
Assists: 4
There is still a player there, one who has already shown he can deliver at a high level.
Now, with Celtic and Rangers both circling, the situation is building into something much bigger.
A transfer move is no longer just a possibility.
It is shaping up to be a full blown fight.
