Celtic duo linked with late January moves as Brendan Rodgers cuts first-team squad numbers.
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has made no secret of his desire to reduce his overall first-team squad size over the next three transfer windows.
Celtic presently has around 30 players that could be considered for the Lennoxtown squad.
Rodgers stated that he would like to see the number closer to 25.
Earlier this month, Yosuke Ideguchi left for Vissel Kobe permanently, while Hyeokkyu Kwon joined St Mirren on loan.
A few more could leave before the end of the transfer window too. Gustaf Lagerbielke is reported to be close to a switch to Italy and, over the last 24 hours, others who have had game time this season have been linked with exits.
David Turnbull and Mikey Johnston could leave Celtic for the Championship
According to the Daily Record, Norwich City and West Bromwich Albion are considering Mikey Johnston as a potential signing before Thursday.
The winger has made 12 appearances this season after returning from a loan in Portugal, but has yet to establish himself in Rodgers’ plans. It would make sense for his career to progress, even if just on a loan-to-buy basis.
Sky Sports reported today that Cardiff City had made contact about a deal for David Turnbull.
Talks between the teams are understood to be ongoing, with Turnbull’s contract at Celtic set to expire at the end of the season.
The midfielder has made 134 appearances for the Bhoys since coming from Motherwell, and while he possesses talent, particularly a flair for scoring goals, he lacks the playing style required to integrate into Celtic’s high-energy midfield.
Moving them on might be a significant step in the club’s efforts to bring in new players, which would ideally boost Rodgers’ squad choices.
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