Celtic reportedly in hunt for talented Premier League star alongside suitors around Europe

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The transfer window is just around the corner for Celtic, and Brendan Rodgers has set his stall out in the hope of landing fresh reinforcements to strengthen his side.

In recent weeks, the Bhoys interest in bringing Kieran Tierney back to Parkhead has garnered the most attention among supporters.

After Celtic’s comfortable victory over Motherwell on Boxing Day, Brendan Rodgers confirmed his side could add firepower in attack to bolster what is already a squad littered with talent.

Johnny Kenny is set to return from Shamrock Rovers, adding another option through the middle, while Michel-Ange Balikwisha and Sondre Ørjasæter are Bhoys targets.

Rumours are doing the rounds regarding potential incomings next month, and Celtic could turn their attention to the Premier League if reports are to be believed.

Celtic reportedly in the mix to land James McAtee

According to TBR Football, Celtic are among a number of sides showing interest in Manchester City midfielder James McAtee ahead of the January transfer window.

The outlet state Brentford, Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth, Fulham and West Ham are admirers from the Premier League, while foreign clubs such as Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig, Dortmund, Fiorentina, Atalanta and Bologna are also keeping tabs on his situation.

Pep Guardiola would prefer not to sell the 22-year-old in January, but he won’t stand in his way with the prospect of Oscar Bobb returning to action.

McAtee has made eight appearances across all competitions this season, netting once against Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League.

Celtic likely to go for quality over quantity in January

January reinforcements help to offer a much-needed boost in key areas, but Celtic are likely to prioritise quality additions that make a difference to the first-team picture.

Offloading fringe stars could speed up that process, with Luis Palma exiting a likely solution amid interest from Olympiacos and MLS clubs.

Celtic defender Stephen Welsh has received an offer from KV Mechelen, which may also pave the way for an extra body or two in the rearguard should circumstances dictate.

Exciting times are ahead for the Bhoys after an excellent start to the season and supporters will be waiting on tenterhooks to see the type of stories that could materialise.