Constantly having to deal with injuries to his centre-backs, it’s no surprise to learn Brendan Rodgers could be looking to add depth to the role in January at Celtic Park.
All three of Dedryck Boyata, Jozo Simunovic and Erik Sviatchenko have had to deal with time on the sidelines, and the Celtic manager has been forced at times to ask Nir Bitton and Mikael Lustig to step in.
According to Kicker in Germany, RB Leipzig’s Marvin Compper has caught the eye of the Norhern Irish manager for the job, and he shouldn’t have too much trouble getting him.
The website explain the Bundesliga club’s director of football has promised the 32-year-old no one would stand in his way for a January transfer, especially considering his need for regular first-team football.
The centre-back has played just 108 minutes of football for Leipzig this season, most recently coming on at half time on Saturday in his side’s 2-2 draw against FSV Mainz.
Looking at his current situation, his age and the fact his contract ends in 2019, there’s every chance Celtic would be able to get him for very little, allowing them to keep some money in the transfer kitty for future, more important purchases.
