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Aidan Macdonald

Albian Ajeti set for early Gazientep exit after failing to make an impact

Celtic flop Albian Ajeti could be set to leave Turkish side Gazientep after just six months.

The striker joined the club during the summer transfer window after a spell on loan at Austrian side Sturm Graz which came after a tough couple of seasons at Parkhead.

He joined the Hoops in 2020 under Neil Lennon but failed to make an impact under the Northern Irishman or Ange Postecoglou during the following campaign.

And it seems to be more of a case of the same during his time in Turkey as outlet Gazientep Pusula claim that the 26-year-old's current head coach Marius Sudumica has told the club's president that the forward is not in his plans.

Ajeti has scored one goals in five appearances so far this season.

Meanwhile, Andy Walker insists Celtic midfielder Paulo Bernardo has earned a "new level of respect" after his recent performances.

The Benfica loanee has thrived over the last three matches, scoring against both Dundee and Rangers and also being named player of the match after his two assists against St Mirren.

And Walker feels the Portugal under-21 international can get even better.

“I thought he was terrific," he told Go Radio "I think it’s the type of goal that makes everyone, just the perception of him, he is given a new level of respect. 

“Much of the same, what are Celtic getting with Reo Hatate when he signed? And then he scored two goals against Rangers in February when Celtic won 3-0, the perception of him immediately changed.

"Here is a guy who can play football. That can play really good passes. But he can score goals on the big occasions and lead the team. 

“I think that’s what you are getting with Bernardo. When you look at the two he is playing alongside in the middle of the park. Arguably two of Celtic’s best players this season.”

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