Celtic are looking to secure a replacement for Joe Hart and several names have come to the fore as potential additions at Parkhead.
Brendan Rodgers will know finding someone to replicate the former England international’s exploits at the reigning Scottish Premiership champions won’t be an easy endeavour. Still, there are plenty of competent stoppers on the market who fill the brief.
According to reports that emerged overnight, Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is on the radar as Celtic aim to find a new number one.
The 35-year-old made 30 appearances in all competitions for the Magpies across 2023/24, recording eight clean sheets in the process [Transfermarkt].
Nevertheless, The Daily Record claim that competition for his signature is vast, with several European clubs and two Saudi sides keen to offer him a new venture.
Now, new information has come to light regarding his situation at St James’ Park amid Celtic’s hunt for a fresh face between the sticks.
The latest on Martin Dubravka amid links to Celtic
According to talkSPORT, Dubravka has been told that he can leave Newcastle this summer, which could be of interest to Celtic as they seek to replace Hart.
Eddie Howe’s men are said to be closing in on a £20 million swoop for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, something that could pave the way for the Slovakia international to leave the North East-based outfit.
The outlet re-affirm interest from the Gulf region in his services. On a different note, Dubravka is currently preparing for EURO 2024 with Slovakia and is expected to be their first-choice stopper in Germany.
Per FBRef, the former Sparta Prague man recorded an impressive 70.8% save percentage rate from 42 shots on target faced in 23 Premier League matches.
Possessing experience and high pedigree following six years in the English top-flight, Dubravka could be an intriguing signing for Celtic as they prepare to do battle on all fronts next term.