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da esport bet： Celtic are interested in a deal that would see Patrick Roberts return to Glasgow, according to The Sun.
What’s the story?
The paper say that after a disappointing loan at La Liga side Girona and with just one year left on his deal at Manchester City, the English champions could make him available for transfer at around £4m.
The report names Leicester City as obvious admirers given they are managed by Brendan Rodgers, but it does also state that Celtic continue to hold an interest in the player after an enormously successful two-and-a-half seasons on loan at the club in the past.
Hoops fans adored the winger and this latest news will almost certainly spark a period of speculation amongst supporters about a potential return.
What does it mean for others at Celtic?
Clearly if Roberts is available then Celtic should make a move for him, but the side’s need for a winger right now isn’t that strong considering the options available to the next Hoops manager.
Alongside established talent such as Scott Sinclair and James Forrest, new signing Maryan Shved will be joining the squad this summer while Daniel Arzani will also be fit again after a long-term injury.
With Forrest playing so well this season and Shved looking the part too, it seems unlikely Roberts would compete for a right-wing berth if he did make the move to Celtic Park, which was where he was most used.
On the left wing though he could prove to be just as effective, usurping Sinclair and ultimately pushing back-up winger Jonny Hayes out of the picture completely.
Hayes has performed admirably when given opportunities but lacks flair and his direct goal contribution in comparison to a player like Roberts is lacking.
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With Hoops fans also craving a new left-back option to relieve Kieran Tierney on occasion, Hayes’ days at the club could be numbered.