Celtic talent Rocco Vata says he wants to make his Hoops debut before turning 18.
The Irish youth player is highly-rated within the Parkhead club's youth system, shining in their Lowland League 'B' team this season.
Still only 16, he scored seven times with four assists alongside performances on the international scene during an impressive term.
Son of former Hoops star Rudi Vata, the playmaker is keen to reach Ange Postecoglou 's senior side quickly.
A string of teenagers want to make the grade at the Premiership leaders but the talent from Hamilton - who was born in Wishaw - believes his skillset stands out.
He told FAI: "It's been really good, I personally think it's the best fans in the world. Hopefully before I'm 17 or when I'm 17 I can make my debut for Celtic.
"That's obviously what I'm working towards when I'm playing with the B team.
"I've been playing well recently and I think the first-team staff have been watching so hopefully I'll make my debut at one point.
"I'm direct with my play so I'm not scared to get at defenders. I always look to go forward as well, look for the forward pass and create chances."
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