As they near the signing of a former English Premier League champion, Celtic are apparently looking to recruit another goalkeeper this summer.
This weekend, the defending Scottish champions are anticipated to finalize the incredible acquisition of former Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel.
However, it’s reported that Brendan Rodgers is now pushing for a second shot-stopper to be brought in during the summer window.
Schmeichel will be heading to Celtic Park as the club’s new No.1 next season, with the 37-year-old having ended his one-year stint in Belgium with Anderlecht.
The Dane won the Premier League and FA Cup during his time at Leicester and will provide valuable experience after Joe Hart’s retirement at the end of last season.
However, Football Insider reports that Celtic are not just content with bringing in Schmeichel and are in talks to sign a second goalkeeper which will add even more strength in depth.
The club expects a second deal to be finalised before they fly out to the United States next week to commence their pre-season tour.
That would give the two new stoppers an opportunity to get to know their touring companions and become comfortable.
Large Celtic vacuum left by Hart’s departure
Hart’s decision to hang up the whistle at the age of 37—still young by goalkeeper standards—came as a surprise because his play was still more than acceptable.
The former England international, who made 153 appearances and kept 64 clean sheets throughout his stay at the club, was vital to Celtic’s success.
