Celtic have been linked with another West Bromwich Albion youngster.
According to The Scottish Sun, Celtic are back in the hunt for West Bromwich Albion defender Dara O’Shea – just as they attempt to sign Rekeem Harper.
The Bhoys are facing a major rebuild this summer, and whilst first team stars will be needed to fend off Rangers, keeping one eye on the future would be a smart move.
One such player is West Brom midfielder Harper, with the Daily Record claiming that the 19-year-old was at Parkhead on Sunday to watch Celtic beat Hearts 2-1.
Celtic are hoping to secure Harper’s signature given that he’s out of contract this summer, and The Scottish Sun report that teammate O’Shea is wanted too.
It’s claimed that Brendan Rodgers was watching O’Shea earlier this season, but even after Rodgers’ move to Leicester City, Celtic still want O’Shea.
The centre back, 20, has been coming through the West Brom ranks alongside Harper, and has caught the eye whilst playing on loan at League Two side Exeter City this season.
A Republic of Ireland Under-19 international, O’Shea looks to have a bright future ahead of him, and with Celtic needing centre backs this summer, he may well see a path to first-team football at Parkhead.
O’Shea’s West Brom contract expires next month, but the Baggies have an option to extend it, meaning that Celtic may still have to negotiate with the Championship club, but are really pushing for a bargain double raid by landing O’Shea and Harper.
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