BREAKING: Former English international believes Celtic’s summer target might cost ‘about £10 million’

Brendan Rodgers, Celtic’s manager, will engage with club officials to identify prospective summer signings at Parkhead.

Several prospective additions to Rodgers’ team have already been mentioned in the media.

The Bhoys have expressed interest in Trabzonspor custodian Ugurcan Cakir, with a potential £7.5 million acquisition fee.

Michael Nicholson is reportedly involved in negotiations, but it remains to be seen if Cakir will take over for Joe Hart in goal.

Celtic are reportedly competing with Crystal Palace, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Burnley for the signing of QPR’s Jake Clarke-Salter.

The former England Under-21 international is mostly a left-sided centre-back who has made 30 appearances for the West London club in 2023/24, scoring once [Transfermarkt].

Clarke-Salter’s contract at Loftus Road runs until 2026.According to Football Scotland, the Bhoys have made ‘tentative contact’ with the defender to discuss his expectations and the potential cost of signing the Chelsea academy graduate.

Former England player speaks out about Jake Clarke-Salter Celtic links.

Evaluating the English market has always been a focus for Celtic; nevertheless, going south of the border has risks, since other clubs in their football pyramid are also likely to be interested in possible prospects.

Former England player Carlton Palmer told Football League World that competition for Clarke-Salter’s signature might drive his price up to £10 million.

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 Palmer stated: “Jake Clarke-Salter is having a really good season at Queens Park Rangers. He’s back to full fitness and playing very well and has been influential in Cifuentes’ side, seeing them pull away from the relegation places.

He later added: “A host of Premier League clubs, as well as the likes of Celtic, Ipswich Town and Burnley, most recently have been linked with the player’s name.

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