The Scottish government have given official approval for football to resume behind closed doors from August 1.
Hibernian have signed winger Drey Wright on a two-year deal after he opted against extending his contract at St Johnstone.
Scottish Premiership clubs are confident authorities will grant them special dispensation to play friendlies this weekend after the government’s latest lockdown update.
Scottish Premiership clubs hope to be given the go-ahead on Thursday to start playing pre-season friendlies.
Hibernian are back in action on August 1, with a home game against Kilmarnock, while a double-header with Rangers and Celtic looms in September.
Celtic will kick off their Scottish Premiership title defence at home to Hamilton Academical, while Rangers travel to Aberdeen, with both games live on Sky Sports.
Scottish Premiership clubs have been given government approval to resume contact training from Monday.
Neil Doncaster has warned Scottish Premiership clubs they could face significant scheduling difficulties if some of next season's fixtures have to be re-arranged.
| # | Team | Pl | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Livingston | 30 | 2 | 39 |
| 6 | St J'stone | 29 | -18 | 36 |
| 7 | Hibernian | 30 | -7 | 37 |
| 8 | Kilmarnock | 30 | -10 | 33 |
| 9 | St Mirren | 30 | -17 | 29 |
| # | Team | Pl | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hibernian | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 2 | Alloa | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| 3 | Arbroath | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | Elgin City | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 5 | Stirling | 4 | -9 | 1 |
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