Celtic dismiss January sale rumours for Alistair Johnston. Barry Ferguson responds to Brendan Rodgers’ comments. Hibernian’s January interest in Mulligan revealed.
Celtic Rule Out January Sale for Johnston
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Celtic have firmly ruled out the possibility of selling Canadian right-back Alistair Johnston in the upcoming January transfer window. The club is determined to keep the defender in Glasgow, dismissing any speculation of a mid-season departure.
The decision comes amidst a backdrop of commentary from former interim Rangers boss Barry Ferguson, who has responded to remarks made by Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers. Ferguson advised focusing on internal club issues following criticism directed at Rangers head coach Russell Martin.
Meanwhile, Hibernian’s summer signing Josh Mulligan revealed that the Edinburgh club had made him an offer as early as January. The former Dundee midfielder expressed his appreciation for the interest shown by Ferguson during his interim tenure at Rangers.
Key takeaways
- Celtic will not sell Alistair Johnston in January
- Barry Ferguson responds to Brendan Rodgers’ comments
- Josh Mulligan was approached by Hibernian in January
- Fraser Hornby aims for a Scotland call-up
- Steven Fletcher considers retirement and a return to Hibs
What it means
Celtic’s decision to retain Johnston indicates the club’s intent to maintain squad stability amidst ongoing challenges. The exchange between Ferguson and Rodgers highlights ongoing tensions between the Glasgow rivals. Hibernian’s proactive approach in securing Mulligan suggests strategic planning for future campaigns.
