Celtic 'desperate' to get £10m deal done at Parkhead

Celtic are ‘desperate’ to sign Tottenham Hotspur central defender Cameron Carter-Vickers on a permanent basis but have ‘other options on the table’ if they fail to finalise the deal, according to journalist Pete O’Rourke.

Having secured the Scottish Premiership title thanks a draw at Dundee United on Wednesday, Bhoys boss Ange Postecoglou can now turn his attentions towards striking deals in the upcoming transfer window.

Carter-Vickers played a key role in Celtic being crowned champions, with him becoming a regular starter at the heart of the backline.

That came after sealing a season-long loan move from Spurs in the final stages of last summer’s transfer window.

Carter-Vickers’ performances have clearly caught the eye as Celtic are keen to seen him remain at Parkhead beyond the end of the campaign, with chief executive Michael Nicholson being put in charge of negotiating a permanent agreement.

It seems Nicholson has made inroads as, according to American media outlet SBI Soccer, the Glasgow giants are in advanced talks over a £10million transfer despite additional interest from Wolverhampton Wanderers, Leicester City and Watford.

While there is the possibility of heading back to the Premier League, it is understood that those in the eight-cap United States international’s camp feel remaining with Celtic is the best option.

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O’Rourke believes Celtic are doubling down on ensuring Carter-Vickers will still be at Postecoglou’s disposal next season.

However, the journalist understands the Bhoys have identified other targets in case they are unable to get a deal over the line.

O’Rourke told GIVEMESPORT: “He’s been really impressive at Celtic, slotted