Celtic ‘concerned’ about losing Carter-Vickers in new twist – O’Rourke
Celtic are concerned that they will lose Cameron Carter-Vickers during the summer transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed that the Scottish giants would be “demanding big money” for the centre-back if they were to sell him after this season.
| Club Stats 2024-25 (All Competitions) | Carter-Vickers |
| Appearances | 35 |
| Goals | 1 |
| Yellow cards | 3 |
| Minutes played | 3,051 |
Celtic are a well-run club that does not spend beyond their means, but that has created frustration from fans who want them to go out and splash the cash to reach the next level.
Supporters have urged the club to financially back Rodgers this summer, but they might end up having to make some sales to make that happen.
Selling Carter-Vickers would bolster Rodgers’ finances this summer, as he has proven himself capable of playing at the highest level.
However, there is a concern among supporters that losing him would weaken the team due to the qualities the United States international brings to the team.
Brendan Rodgers has set his priority for summer
Well-placed sources have revealed to Football Insider that Rodgers’ main priority is to strengthen the squad this summer, with a striker being top of the targets.
Football Insider revealed that the Hoops have begun working on a deal to sign Brondby striker Mathias Kvistgaarden in the summer.
After the departure of Kyogo Furuhashi in the January transfer window, Celtic want to bring in more attacking quality ahead of the new campaign.
Celtic will need to bolster the squad to compete in Europe
Rodgers has made it publicly known that he wants the club to kick on in a bid to compete seriously in the latter stages of the Champions League, but he must strengthen the team to make that happen.
Football Insider revealed that Kieran Tierney is set to be the highest-paid player at Celtic after this summer, which is a statement of intent from the club.
Celtic are expected to win the Scottish Premiership this season and they could also win both of the domestic trophies as well, with a push in Europe now being the next step for this squad.
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