Scotland’s Championship clubs have undergone significant squad overhauls during the summer 2026 transfer window, with numerous arrivals and departures across the league. Established sides like Livingston have brought in multiple experienced players including midfielder Liam Polworth from Kilmarnock and forward Bruce Anderson, while also recruiting from lower divisions and international markets. Dunfermline Athletic secured several permanent deals from loan arrangements and added depth across multiple positions, while Inverness Caledonian Thistle strengthened with midfield reinforcements from Aberdeen.
The transfer activity reveals considerable movement between Championship clubs themselves, with players rotating between sides at this level. Notable examples include midfielder Harry Cochrane’s move from Arbroath to Greenock Morton and defender Zak Delaney’s switch from Morton to Raith Rovers. Several clubs have also promoted their loan players to permanent status, demonstrating successful integration of temporary signings into their squads for the upcoming campaign.
Managerial changes have accompanied the squad reshuffles, with Ayr United appointing Gary Naysmith as their new manager from Stenhousemuir, who simultaneously brought in Marvin Bartley as his replacement. Both clubs have subsequently restructured their playing rosters to align with their new coaching philosophies and strategic directions for the season ahead.
