Brendan Rodgers is in the market for new players as he looks to defend the Premiership crown this term.
Vaclav Hladky’s agent has opened up on a potential move to Celtic as the Ipswich Town number one nears the end of his contract.
Brendan Rodgers’ side have been on the look-out for a goalkeeper to add competition to undisputed number one Joe Hart with the likes of Real Madrid shot-stopper Andriy Lunin emerging as a potential target. The Ukraine goalkeeper will be able to open pre-contract talks with other clubs from January 1 with the view to joining on bargain a free transfer in the summer – and former St Mirren goalkeeper Hladky is in the same position.
The Czech star left the Buddies in 2020 and after a success season at Salford City before he was snapped up by The Tractor Boys – helping them to earn a spot in the English Championship last term. Boss Kieran McKenna has put Ipswich on course for a second consecutive promotion for the English Premier League – but Hladky’s future remains up in the air.
Czech outlet iSport report that the Scottish Premiership leaders have shown an “interest” in the goalkeeper with a view to a pre-contract deal. Asked about interest from Celtic the player’s agent Martin Stepanovsky said: “We have some teams registering inquiries, which is understandable given Vaclav’s performances, the position of Ipswich and the expiring contract. However, the priority is to agree on an extension and advance to the Premier League.”
Elsewhere, reports in Saudi Arabia suggest that Celtic were offered the chance to re-sign Jota on loan. But it appears that a reunion with Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham is the most likely destination.
The Athletic that Spurs believe that a deal will be “uncomplicated to do.” However, that could change it Al-Ittihad shift their demands. A temporary switch to the Premier League appears to be on for the Saudi Pro League misfit.
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