Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has replaced his team’s taste for play since his return as he continues to build a team on his symbol at Parkhead.
Next summer, the Irishman will have to make tough decisions about who to stay and which players he wants to sell against a bloated team in Lennoxtown.
Of course, Rodgers has already allowed David Turnbull, Alexandro Bernabei and Liel Abada, albeit for off-field reasons, to leave the club, creating space for newcomers once the preseason begins.
Veteran goalkeeper Joe Hart is also expected to retire once the crusade is over, making picking a new player between the sticks a top priority for our scouting team.
Recent reports have claimed that RC Waalwijk goalkeeper Ettienne Vaessen is on Bhoys’ radar, with the addition that he will be available for a loose move in a matter of months, which has also caught the attention of PSV Eindhoven and Feyenoord.
The 28-year-old would be a practical addition from a financial point of view, but it remains to be seen whether the Scottish Premiership champions will make a move.
Loanees Adam Idah and Paulo Bernardo are two other men Celtic will have to turn to amid uncertainty over their long-term trajectory at the club.
The latter is said to have a buy-back clause of around £6. 4 million, although there is a situation where we could simply negotiate the payment in question.
According to HITC, Celtic are following Vitoria Guimaraes striker Jota Silva, who is being courted through Wolverhampton Wanderers, Brighton.
Sky Bet, Leicester City and Southampton like the 24-year-old. The outlet claims that the Bhoys have already noticed Silva in action this season along with rival rivals for his signature.
Silva has been called up to Portugal and could make his senior international debut for the Seleçao at some point during their double-header friendlies against Sweden and Slovenia.
The Gondomar native has been in form this campaign, registering thirteen goals and seven assists in 32 appearances in all competitions [Transfermarkt].
According to Sofascore, Silva has created six big ones in the Liga Portugal and has averaged around 3 shots on target per game, making him a damaging risk on the flank or in midfield.
There is no discussion of potential fees related to the Hoops’ interest in the flexible striker; However, his decision will remind Celtic enthusiasts of the same Portuguese striker who made a huge impact at Parkhead.