THERE’S been plenty of ins and outs at Parkhead already this summer – and more are expected in the coming days and weeks.
But before one out-of-favour Celtic star is allowed to leave, another MUST come in.
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It’s been a frustrating window for Brendan RodgersCredit: Getty
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Marco Tilio is far down Brendan Rodgers’ pecking orderCredit: Kenny Ramsay
Marco Tilio is one player who’s set to depart before the end of the window after failing to win over Brendan Rodgers following his return to Glasgow after his loan spell in Australia.
The 23-year-old winger has been tracked by a number of clubs throughout the window, including his former club Melbourne City who want him back for another stint.
Tilio, however, has made it clear that he wants to stay in Europe this year.
That has sparked interest across the continent, but one club have been leading the race for his signature in recent weeks.
Rapid Vienna – Nicolas Kuhn’s old club – have been eyeing a deal for the Hoops outcast as they search for a replacement for ex-Celtic target Isak Jansson who joined Nice.
It’s believed the Austrian outfit are keen on signing Tilio on an initial loan with an obligation to buy next summer.
Both Tilio and Celtic are hopeful of thrashing out a deal which allows him to become the Scottish champion’s latest departure.
There are complications, though, as Rodgers is seriously lacking wide options following the exit of Kuhn and Jota‘s lengthy injury lay-off.
SunSport understands the 23-year-old will NOT be allowed to seal the move until Rodgers brings another winger in.
The Hoops have been locked in talks with Dutch side Go Ahead Eagles for Jakob Breum but are no further forward in their pursuit having had TWO approaches booted out.
Celtic loan star Marco Tilio scores a stunning goal on return to Melbourne City
It’s suggested that a bid of around £1.3million for the 21-year-old earlier this summer was “laughingly rejected” by his club.
The Eredivisie side are standing firm on their £5m valuation of the payer.
Another winger the Hoops have been long-term admirers of is Antwerp’s Michel-Ange Balikwisha.
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