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Quality is the name of the game in January for Brendan Rodgers.
The Celtic boss would have arguably regretted missing Declan Rice in his first spell at Parkhead, but Hoops enthusiasts are more involved with the here and now, i. e. how he will strengthen his first XI after the summer window that leaves a lot to be desired. . Increasing the numbers may not be enough, and although he has Kyogo available for the whole month, a new striker is still a priority and he wants to be fit to be in the first team.
Innovations must also be made at the rear. A mini defensive crisis earlier in the season brought Liam Scales to the fore. But with Cameron Carter-Vickers having suffered one or two injuries and Nat Phillips back at Liverpool after his loan ends. The champions are said to be leading the race for Scott McKenna, they may take on Glasgow’s blue half festival.
It’s up front that the headlines could be made, however. Bojan Miovski may prove too expensive; not that Celtic don’t have the money, but Aberdeen will demand a hefty fee for a player who won’t necessarily start every week with Kyogo fit. Mathias Kvistgaarden is one that keeps resurfacing, although much will depend on Brondby’s asking price.
Nicholas Kuhn is an intriguing one. And Sydney van Hooijdonk has a hint of romance about it given who his dad is. Record Sport has a complete list every player linked with the Parkhead club so far.