Celtic could land Christopher Scott for as little as £250,000 if they win the race for “one of the biggest talents in Germany”.
Record Sport can reveal that Bayern Munich WILL trigger the one-year option they have on his current contract, which ends in May, to ensure they don’t lose the teenager star for free.
But the Bundesliga giants are happy to let the attacking midfielder leave the Allianz Arena after that as the Germany Under-19 international searches for first team football.
Ange Postecoglou faces stiff competition for Scott’s signature with Brentford just one English Premier League club chasing the rising star along with clubs in Germany.
However, the Scottish Premiership leaders are serious contenders in the race for one Germany’s hottest properties.
A source close to the negotiations told Record Sport : “Bayern Munich has the option of extending Christopher’s contract by one more year and this is one-sided on the club’s part.
“Bayern Munich won’t let him go for free because he’s one of the biggest talents in Germany and it would cost around €300,000 to €400,000 for him.
“It’s about finding the best solution for a young player. The option for his contract is at the end of May and that will be taken up by Bayern Munich.
“Bayern Munich at the moment aren’t well known for bringing players into the first team and Christopher is looking for a new challenge.
“It’s clear that Glasgow Celtic would be a massive option for him and they have been in talks but the English Premier League is also an option for someone who is a massive talent.
“Celtic are serious contenders because they are a massive club and they are very serious about trying to sign him.”
