Celtic make method for Champions League star with ultimate January choice “this week”

Celtic have made an method to signal a Champions League star within the ultimate days of this January switch window, with a ultimate choice on his future imminent.

Martin O’Neill watched on as his aspect secured a 2-2 draw at Scottish Premiership title rivals Hearts on Sunday, a outcome that leaves them six factors behind the league leaders and two factors behind Outdated Agency rivals Rangers in second.

This three-way tussle for the Scottish crown is without doubt one of the greatest title races in years from a impartial perspective, however for O’Neill’s aspect, they face the very actual menace of lacking out after what has been a topsy-turvy marketing campaign.

To make up floor on the Gers and Jambos, O’Neill has spearheaded an assault on the January window to shore up his squad and usher in some much-needed recent faces.

The Hoops have already sealed mortgage offers for Tomas Cvancara from Borussia Mönchengladbach and right-back Julian Araujo from Bournemouth, however it’s clear they might want extra choices.

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They’re presently weighing up the proposal.

The previous dealt O’Neill an harm scare on his debut at Tynecastle with the Czech striker clutching his hamstring, with reviews now suggesting that Celtic might not be completed of their pursuit of recent forwards.

The Bhoys are reportedly within the race for Crystal Palace winger Jerusun Rak-Sakyi, having already made a proposal, however they face stiff competitors from Championship aspect Stoke Metropolis.

In addition to this, Celtic may effectively signal one other quantity 9 to enrich Cvancara within the ultimate days of the winter window.

In accordance with reviews, Bodo/Glimt striker Kasper Høgh is a goal for the Glaswegians in that respect.

The Champions League star humbled Premier League giants Man Metropolis final week, bagging a brace as Bodo/Glimt ran out shock 3-1 winners, and a transfer to Parkhead is seemingly on the playing cards for him.

Celtic make method for Bodo/Glimt star Kasper Hogh

That’s in keeping with dependable Sky Sports activities reporter Anthony Joseph, who says that Celtic have certainly made an enquiry for Høgh as we quick method the deadline.

Joseph additionally claims {that a} ultimate choice can be made on his future in Norway this week, however O’Neill’s aspect face stiff competitors from the Championship once more, this time from Norwich Metropolis, and from Europe.

“Celtic have made an enquiry for Bodo/Glimt striker Kasper Høgh however face competitors from numerous golf equipment throughout Europe,” stated Joseph.

“It’s understood the 25-year-old stays a goal for Norwich Metropolis, who proceed to observe his state of affairs.

“Sky Sports activities Information has been informed that Høgh’s future can be determined later this week, after their essential Champions League conflict with Atlético Madrid.”

Joseph make clear Celtic’s priorities for the rest of January, and whereas they do maintain a critical curiosity in Bodo/Glimt’s star man, a centre-back and right-winger are believed to be increased on the agenda.

“Celtic ideally need to usher in one other striker on this window, after signing Tomas Cvancara from Borussia Monchengladbach on mortgage,” Joseph continued.

“However bringing in a centre-back and right-winger is the primary precedence for the Scottish champions earlier than the tip of this window.”

Away from their big killing of Metropolis, Høgh has managed a fairly sensational 42 targets and 12 assists in simply 82 appearances for Bodo/Glimt, which is near a aim each different sport.

His former teammate, Simon Skou Jakobsen, has additionally referred to as the attacker a ‘wild’ and ‘great’ participant.

Høgh would undoubtedly be an distinctive addition, however Celtic might have to pay round £6 million for his signature.