Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has come out and hinted that his side could be close to a deal to take Chelsea youngster Charly Musonda north of the border.
Rodgers revealed that the Scottish champions had nearly completed a deal for a player of “substantial pedigree and quality”, which is said to be the Chelsea midfielder for a sum of around £5million.
“He is young but is a big talent who has got experience. It’s good money that will be spent on him,” Rodgers said of his unnamed prospective signing.
“We have players who can play there but it’s about getting pace and power and also another one that can make the last pass.
“I felt that was something I wanted to add. We are hopeful we can get that.
“Look at Liverpool with Daniel Sturridge, Luis Suarez and [Philippe] Coutinho. Bright, clever players who can disorganise defenders. They can attack but they also need to have the profile to press.”
Asked directly whether Musonda was the player to which he was referring Rodgers said: “He’s a very good player.”
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