Hoping to finally find a long-term option between the sticks, Celtic They are reportedly close to an agreement to sign a Premier League goalkeeper to replace the aging Kasper Schmeichel.
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Of course, this isn't the first time Celtic and the Premier League have met in the January transfer window, with the Bhoys looking to immerse themselves in English football to make improvements on their way to another level. Scottish Premier League address. Among the options on this front Kieran Tierneywho could return to his former club nearly six years after his departure to join Arsenal.
It's a deal that would certainly make sense in the face of Greg Taylor's potential exit at the end of his current contract this summer and given how badly Tierney needs to revive his career.
However, the left-back is not the only Premier League player to have been linked with the Scottish giants. According to what was reported by the Turkish Star newspaper. Celtic are close to reaching an agreement to sign Altay BinderWho currently plays the role of deputy behind Andre Onana at Manchester United.
Now 26 and ready to become a number one player elsewhere, Binder could reportedly be shown the door at Old Trafford seeking regular game time replacing the aging Schmeichel.
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Aged 38 and on track to leave Celtic Park as a free agent in the summer, unless he puts pen to paper on an extension, Schmeichel could make way for a younger, longer-term option in the form of Bender.
However, the Bhoys may have to wait until the summer if they want to secure Binder's signature, with the Manchester United goalkeeper's agent pouring cold water on any smoldering flames in the transfer process by telling journalists as quoted by Reuters. United in focus“There were offers from several European clubs and the English Premier League for Altai at the beginning of the season.
“There are currently clubs interested, but Altay wants to stay and play for Manchester United. The club definitely does not want to let Altay leave.”
'The Great' Bender could end Celtic's goalkeeper search
While Schmeichel deserves huge credit for how well he has replaced Joe Hart this season, he was always going to be a short-term option rather than someone who could take on that first-choice role for years to come. Instead, this is where Binder should come in. A player who has a lot of years ahead of him and is ready to play a major role, and this move suits all parties.
Despite being Manchester United's second-choice goalkeeper in recent times, the goalkeeper still receives rave reviews from the former Türkiye assistant coach. Muhammad Mazdilakwho was quick to talk about Binder's “fantastic” work with the ball at his feet last year.