Ayr Utd's attempt to sign James Forrest has been rebuffed, with the Celtic legend revealing that Scott Brown approached him with a contract offer earlier this year. James Forrest has stated that he was asked to compete for a place in the starting eleven, but he declined the offer. The news comes as Forrest looks to score his first goal of the season, having netted in every other season he has played for Celtic. He currently sits joint fourth in Celtic's all-time list of scorers in successive seasons, with 15 seasons under his belt. Forrest's form towards the end of last season earned him a contract extension, and he will be looking to make an impact against Aberdeen. The match against Aberdeen could be the perfect opportunity for Forrest to break his duck, having scored against the Dons in the Scottish Cup Final and League Cup Final in the past. With Ayr Utd missing out on Forrest's signature, the club will need to look elsewhere to strengthen their squad. The Scottish Championship side will be hoping to bounce back from the rejection and secure some key signings in the near future. Ayr Utd's manager, Lee Bullen, will be working closely with Scott Brown to identify potential targets and bring in some fresh talent. The club's fans will be eager to see some new faces at Somerset Park, and the management team will be under pressure to deliver. As the season progresses, Ayr Utd will be looking to push up the table and make a push for promotion. With the right signings and a bit of luck, the club could be in for a successful season. James Forrest's rejection may be a setback, but it's not the end of the world for Ayr Utd. The club will regroup and come back stronger, with a renewed focus on bringing in the right players to take them to the next level.