Celtic are setting their sights on two promising talents; Zeidane Inoussa from BK Hacken and Louie Barry of Aston Villa, as the runaway Scottish Premiership leaders aim to strengthen its attacking options.
The Hoops are 13 points clear at the league summit, having already won the Scottish League Cup in December. They also are in with a shout of progressing into the UEFA Champions League knockout stage.
And that's why manager Brendan Rodgers is so keen to enhance Celtic's squad depth.
Inoussa, a 22-year-old left winger, has been a standout performer since joining Hacken from IF Brommapojkarna last year. His impressive displays have drawn interest not only from Celtic but also from French Ligue 1 club St Etienne. His current contract runs until 2027.
Rodgers has prioritised adding a left-sided attacker during the January transfer window to provide more competition and options behind Daizen Maeda, who has missed the last two matches through injury.
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Meanwhile, Celtic are also preparing to make a move for Barry, a versatile forward who has just returned from a successful loan spell at Stockport County.
The English Premier League side has offered Barry a new contract, but he has yet to sign, leaving the door open for Celtic to test Aston Villa’s resolve with an anticipated seven-figure bid.
Several Championship teams are also believed to be showing an interest, according to The Daily Record.
Barry's ability to play both on the left wing and as a central striker makes him an attractive option for the Hoops. Especially since speculation continues around Japanese talisman Kyogo Furuhashi's future.
