Celtic now submit bid to signal “very spectacular” eight-cap star alongside Gineitis

Celtic have made a proposal to signal Feyenoord right-back Jordan Lotomba, as Alistair Johnston is anticipated to be out till October attributable to a hamstring harm.

The switch window has closed south of the border, however the Hoops nonetheless have time to get some new signings by means of the door, and Lotomba is an skilled defender, who could possibly be a strong choice for Martin O’Neill.

The 27-year-old has eight caps to his identify for Switzerland, and he has examined himself throughout Europe, making 123 Ligue 1 appearances throughout his time with OGC Good, earlier than happening to characteristic 28 instances for Feyenoord within the Eredivisie, choosing up one aim and 4 assists.

Former Feyenoord supervisor Robin van Persie as soon as lauded the defender as “very spectacular”, and he’s comfy taking part in at left-back too, which means he might additionally fill in for Kieran Tierney if required.

Nevertheless, the full-back’s important job might be to supply cowl for Johnston, because the Canadian has spent a variety of time on the therapy desk over the previous 5 seasons, and not too long ago suffered one other set-back, which has led to 19-year-old Colby Donovan taking part in at right-back.

At simply 19-years-old, Donovan stays comparatively inexperienced, having made simply 33 senior appearances for the Hoops, so it’s little marvel O’Neill is trying to signal a brand new right-back forward of the UEFA switch deadline of twenty-two:59 on Wednesday.

Celtic closing in on Jordon Lotomba and Gvidas Gineitis

Celtic have now submitted a bid to signal Lotomba, with Sky Sports activities reporter Anthony Joseph confirming they wish to herald cowl for Johnston, who is ready to be out till the top of October.

The Swiss defender nonetheless has one 12 months remaining on his Feyenoord contract, however the Dutch facet could also be ready to let him go away on a free switch, on condition that he hasn’t been an everyday starter, with negotiations at present ongoing.

Lotomba could possibly be set to affix alongside Gvidas Gineitis, because the Hoops have now agreed private phrases with the Lithuanian, who performs for Serie A facet Torino.

The central midfielder is in superior talks over a transfer to Parkhead, and a deal is anticipated to quantity to round £8.5m, which might be an costly outlay.

Nevertheless, it’s important for O’Neill to get one other midfielder by means of the door, following Reo Hatate’s departure, with the Japanese maestro finishing a transfer to Burnley for an undisclosed price on Tuesday.