Currently, only the untested Matthew Anderson is in place to provide backup for the

It’s a key priority in the closing stages of the transfer window and although the club have been linked with players such as Hugo Bueno and , no breakthrough has been made.

Now, another name is piquing  as the Bhoys turn to Eredivisie giants Ajax for inspiration.

report that both Celtic and Werder Bremen have made initial enquiries with the Dutch club for defender Owen Wijndal.

Ajax are said to be open to offers for the player, who spent last season on loan at Royal Antwerp in Belgium.

Wijndal is contracted to his club until 2027 so, theorising, this may be a case of loan-to-buy from a Celtic perspective but it’s a promising update on a position of need for the Bhoys.