Celtic have so much positivity ebbing through the club right now, but there is a little bit of uncertainty regarding the contract situation of Daniel Cummings.
The 18-year-old has been in excellent form this campaign, registering 23 goals in 22 appearances across all competitions for the Hoops’ B team.
However, Celtic starlet Cummings has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs amid the fact that his deal at Parkhead is due to expire at the end of the season.
The Bhoys have yet to offer the Scotland Under-19 international fresh terms, sparking competition for his signature as Brendan Rodgers weighs up his striking depth.
Last week, reports emerged claiming Johnny Kenny will be given a chance in the Celtic fold in light of his excellent form at Shamrock Rovers.
However, the future looks less clearcut for Cummings in Glasgow, and the interest in his services is only continuing to mount.
Celtic’s Daniel Cummings scouted by Champions League trio
67 Hail Hail understands Bologna, Club Brugge, and RB Salzburg have all sent scouts to watch Celtic prospect Cummings in action as his contract situation remains at a standstill.
There are also English top-flight clubs keen on the striker, as previously mentioned, while interest also exists in the Sky Bet Championship.
The continental trio in question have all been involved in the Champions League this campaign and act to demonstrate the calibre of talent Celtic have at their disposal in Cummings, who is becoming a hot property on the market with clarity on his future at Lennoxtown not forthcoming.
Overseas clubs have made a habit of picking up Scottish talent in recent years, with Lewis Ferguson, Josh Doig and Billy Gilmour notable examples of a pathway to first-team stardom.
Celtic’s Daniel Cummings situation needs to be sorted
Celtic fans have made it clear over the years that too many young talents have been allowed to slip through the net, but it remains to be seen what Cummings’ personal motivations will be as he weighs up his future.
He isn’t going to be short of offers, so the ball is now in the Bhoys’ court to provide a pathway to the first team.
Brendan Rodgers vowed to platform homegrown talent at Celtic during his second spell at the club. However, patience is needed to secure a place in the senior fold.
There needs to be a willingness from all parties for an extended stay to occur. Ideally, supporters will receive clarity on the matter sooner rather than later.
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