YOSUKE IDEGUCHI SUFFERS FRESH INJURY SET-BACK AHEAD OF CELTIC OPENER

Celtic midfielder Yosuke Ideguchi has suffered a fresh injury setback, which will see the 25-year-old miss the start of the new campaign. The Japanese internationalist was first brought to the club by Ange Postecoglou last January as part of a trio of signings arriving from Asia to bolster the squad. Ideguchi was arguably the most intriguing signing of the three due to his previous experience in Europe, and now he had the opportunity to showcase why he deserved a second chance. However, the midfielder suffered a setback just weeks into his Celtic career, picking up a nasty injury in his first start for the club against Alloa Athletic.

CELTIC PLACE £15M VALUATION ON DEFENDER AMID TRANSFER TALKS

Celtic have placed a £15million price tag on Josip Juranovic amid reports linking the Croatian defender with a move to the English Premier League. The versatile full-back, who signed for the Hoops in a £2.5m deal from Legia Warsaw last summer, is reportedly happy to remain at Parkhead because he is a regular starter in Ange Postecoglou’s side. According to Croatian media outlet Germanijak, the 26-year-old international is determined to hold onto his place in the national team for the World Cup in Qatar later this year.

REPORT: CELTIC WOULD ONLY HAVE TK PAY £800,000 FOR SCOUTED PLAYER

Celtic would only have to pay £800,000 to sign scouted Israeli midfielder Mohammed Abu Fani, The Daily Record reports. As we discussed yesterday, Israeli media have reported that Celtic have scouts in place at Israel’s June internationals to watch the Maccabi Haifa stand-out play alongside Liel Abada. Now, The Record has stated that he would be available for less than £1m if Celtic were indeed keen on adding him to Ange Postecoglou’s squad.

CELTIC WANTED FRANKFURT HERO RAFAEL SANTOS BORRE LAST YEAR

Last night Celtic supporters were thankful as he ended Rangers’ UEL dreams, but the Hoops were reportedly interested in Eintracht Frankfurt’ Rafael Santos Borre last summer. Indeed, the Colombian forward proved to be the star of the Europa League final as he scored the Bundesliga side’s equaliser and then the winning penalty. Both moments came in front of the Rangers support too as he proved to be the difference-maker on the night.

HEARTS TRIO DOUBTFUL FOR CELTIC CLASH

Three Hearts players are doubtful ahead of the Scottish Premiership clash with Celtic. League leaders Celtic will play hosts toHearts in a Scottish Premiership encounter billed to take place next weekend. It could be the title-clinching game for Celtic in their quest to reclaim the Scottish Premiership title from Old Firm rivals Rangers.

Celtic will need a point from the home game withHeartsif they manage to beat Rangers this weekend. They had won nine straight Scottish Premiership titles before Rangers stopped them from winning a tenth successive title last season thanks to the managerial input of Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard. In addition towinning the Scottish Premiership title last season, Rangers alsowent through the entire season without a single defeat.

OPINION: CELTIC STAR MORE THAN DESERVING OF WORLD CUP WINNER’S PRAISE

One of the more unexpected stories to come out over the last 24 hours was World Cup winner Gianluigi Buffon’s praise for his fellow goalkeeper, and Celtic number one Joe Hart. The former Italy goalkeeper – who won the World Cup in 2006 – has been very impressed with how Hart has performed for the Hoops this season.

MATCH PREVIEW: CELTIC VS ROSS COUNTY

High-flying Celtic are aiming for a ‘domestic treble’ under Ange Postecoglou following a commanding midweek victory against Dundee United in the Scottish Cup quarterfinals. They have already conquered the League Cup crown and a three-point cushion in the Premiership standings must be maintained on Saturday afternoon by defeating Ross County at Celtic Park.

FORMER CELTIC MANAGER GETS BACK INTO MANAGEMENT

Neil Lennon, former Celtic manager has gotten another job in football management after accepting a psoposao from AC Omonia Nicosia. His swift return to football management will see him manage in Cyprus and coach the country's football league side AC Omonia Nicosia. The former Celtic manager agreed a return to the dugout with a contract until 2024. A club statement confirmed the appointment this evening as Lennon takes his first job since leaving his role at Parkhead.

UNITED YOUNGSTER LINKED WITH POSSIBLE CELTIC MOVE

When it comes to giving youth chance, English Premier League giants Manchester United are fondly known as one of the best and most consistent teams in the world to do that. Over the years, we have seen a lot of youngsters rise up the ranks at the youth academy at Old Trafford although not all of then go on to reach the set expectations, the list is still growing. One of the current and most recent starlets the club boasts of is England youth inrernetionak star Shola Shoretire. The youngster has already been reported to be attracting a lot of interest from clubs who want to sign him on loan, but the Red Devils have kept on turning down those proposals as they reportedly have plans for him.

CELTIC FANS HAVE REASONS TO CELEBRATE

Celtic fans have reasons to celebrate as they would finally have the opportunity to watch their team play. Scottish authorities have ended the ban on outdoor activities, which is a major step for things to return to normal since the second wave of the pandemic started.

The government had earlier pegged the number of people at outdoor events on Boxing day last year. Prior to this landmark decision, the number of crowds at outdoor events was pegged at a meager 500 people. Now there is no limitation to the number of people that can be at an outdoor event, though covid19 protocols have to be observed in cases where these rules are to be exercised.

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