Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers had been hoping to bring the former Manchester City loan star back to Parkhead.
Former Celtic loanee Patrick Roberts
Celtic’s hopes of re-signing Patrick Roberts have taken a hit, after French side Nice held talks with the former Parkhead loan star, the Scottish Sun reports.
Roberts shone during his 18 months at Celtic, and Bhoys boss Brendan Rodgers has made no secret of his desire to bring the 20-year-old back to Glasgow this summer.
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers
A potential club-record permanent move had even been discussed, although it appears the Scottish champions have a fight on their hands to make it happen.
It is claimed that Nice, who have qualified for next season’s Champions League, have discussed a loan deal for Roberts, while Premier League new boys Huddersfield Town are also said to be keen.
And according to the Scottish Sun, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will now decide on whether or not to keep the former Fulham player in and around his first-team squad.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola
Reports suggest Celtic will complete the signing of Aberdeen winger Jonny Hayes in the coming days, although the 29-year-old’s £1.3 million move is not expected to end the Bhoys Roberts’ pursuit.
Will Roberts return to Celtic this summer?
Imminent Celtic signing Jonny Hayes
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