SPL is suffering from crazy transfer market, says Walter Smith

Jul 19 2008 By Craig Swan WALTER SMITH last night insisted the SPL is suffering because of the cash-crazy transfer market. The Rangers manager spoke out on the current state of the wheeling-and-dealing across Europe from his club's pre-season training base in De Lutte. Smith is on the lookout for new players as he seeks to strengthen his squad for the challenges ahead at home and in Europe. But the Ibrox boss insists the days of luring top-class talent has gone due to excessive financial demands. Smith insists the quality of the Scottish top flight is not a deterrent to players, but the cash they can command elsewhere makes it impossible for clubs in the SPL to attract top players. The Rangers boss pulled the plug on a move for Watford's Danny Shittu this week as the defender, who plays in England's second-tier, the Coca-Cola... [read full story]