9 strikers linked with Celtic and where they stand as Iheanacho twist sees Kyogo successor search go to the wire

Brendan Rodgers is in dire need of a new striker before the end of the transfer window with a Kyogo Furuhashi shaped hole in his squad.

The clock is ticking on the winter window and after the Parkhead talisman sealed a £10m switch to Stade Rennes the Premiership leaders now face the prospect of a last-gasp recruitment drive before the end of play on February 3. As it stands, Adam Idah is the only recognised first-team striker with regular minutes leading the line for the Hoops - with Johnny Kenny making just one appearance since returning from his successful loan spell at Shamrock Rovers.

Daniel Cummings was given the nod to replace Ireland international Idah in the Champions League clash with Aston Villa as the 18-year-old made his first top team appearance. However, he is inching towards the exit door as Record Sport understands a pre-contract agreement with West Ham has been struck as he nears the end of his Celtic contract.

With all that said, Celtic need a striker before all is said and done in the market. So what is the latest? Record Sport takes a look at the frontmen who have been linked this month - and where they stand now.

Sevilla misfit Kelechi Iheanacho has been told he is free to choose his next club after just six months at the club. Boss Garcia Pimienta said: “Kelechi Iheanacho has a lot of offers and absolute freedom to decide where he wants to go. He will be called up in any case."

Celtic have reportedly been in discussions with the La Liga club about a reunion with Brendan Rodgers on loan with an option to buy in the summer. Sky Sports report that Middlesbrough are "leading the race" for the Nigeria international at this stage.

The 22-year-old appeared to be the leading candidate for the Hoops -