Dunfermline Nears Signing Former Celtic Defender Davidson

Alasdair Davidson, a 19-year-old defender who recently departed Celtic after his three-year contract expired, is close to signing with Dunfermline Athletic. Davidson has been training with Dunfermline since the start of pre-season and has featured in all their friendly matches, impressing manager Neil Lennon who is hopeful of finalizing the deal soon. Last season, Davidson played ten times for Celtic's B team in the Lowland League and UEFA Youth League, and Dunfermline sees him as a valuable addition to strengthen their defense ahead of the Scottish Championship campaign. Meanwhile, Dunfermline has also secured winger Rory MacLeod on a two-year contract, further bolstering their squad. The club is preparing for its Premier Sports Cup group stage opener against Hearts, though it is uncertain if Davidson will be registered in time to participate. Lennon has indicated that more new signings are expected as Dunfermline aims to build on last season's seventh-place finish and avoid relegation threats.