It was the end of an era as Hart played his final league game on Saturday as he prepares to hang up his gloves.
With a winners medal to commemorate his final league appearance, Joe Hart said an emotional goodbye to Celtic Park on Saturday.
With just one game remaining in his professional career, the Celtic No. 1 was overcome with emotion as supporters revealed banners honoring his tenure in Glasgow’s east end. The former England captain will want to complete a career hat trick by defeating Rangers at Hampden to win the Scottish Cup. However, Brendan Rodgers and the Parkhead transfer staff will have a difficult time replacing the 37-year-old’s hole after that.
After the season, Scott Bain’s contract expires and it appears like he will leave Celtic Park. Benjamin Siegrist, who hasn’t played much for the team since joining from Dundee United, may also leave. The fact that the champs will probably require multiple goalkeepers has accelerated rumors.
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Celtic supporters argue that the “spontaneous” spirit of the Merchant City title party should not be replicated.
However, who might be knocking on the door?Record Sport examines each name that has been connected thus far.
Ugurcan Cakir
Since January, Trabzonspor goalkeeper Cakir has been connected to a move to Celtic Park; the club has acknowledged that they could have to let go of their long-serving player in the summer in order to play in the Champions League. Galatasaray is reportedly pursuing a deal, according to reports in Turkey.
Asmir Begovic
The experienced goalkeeper is out of contract after his QPR deal came to an end. Having been an ever-present between the sticks at Loftus Road this season, Bournemouth are also said to be keen on the 36-year-old.
Alex McCarthy
Southampton goalkeeper McCarthy has had his contract talks put on hold while the club attempt to navigate the playoffs and reach the Premier League. His deal is up in the summer with Celtic said to be on alert.
Caoimhin Kelleher
Celtic are said to be are said to be “very keen” on with the Liverpool goalkeeper. He enjoyed a run in the starting line-up following an injury to Alisson – but the return of the Brazilian has relegated him to the bench again. Could Celtic make a deal happen?
Fraser Forster
Surely there’s no chance of a fourth spell? This summer, the goalkeeper’s contract with Tottenham expires, and 36-year-old’s possible return to Celtic Park has been mentioned by former manager Neil Lennon.
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