Sunderland reportedly wanted Celtic’s Ryan Christie.
Ryan Christie produced an inspired performance for Celtic to take them into the Scottish League Cup final.
Christie won a penalty, provided an assist, and scored a goal himself all in the second half in a 3-0 win over Hearts.
The 23-year-old had not even started the game, but afterwards the substitute was the talk of the Celtic fans.
It has made a late August decision from Celtic to rebuff interest from Sunderland look inspired.
The Scottish Sun reported in late August that Sunderland boss Jack Ross was keen on a move for Christie.
Sunderland reportedly wanted to sign Christie on loan, with a view to a permanent transfer deal in January.
Celtic ultimately decided to keep the versatile star and it is a decision which now looks inspired.
Christie has given his Celtic career a lifeline and turned a crucial game in their favour.
He seized his chance and now has an opportunity to really kick on and change the direction of his Celtic career.
This is a big moment for him and a starting place in the final now has to come under consideration.
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