Celtic predicted XI against Rangers as Brendan Rodgers toys with midfield dilemma amid near full clean bill of health

It's derby day in Glasgow as Brendan Rodgers and Celtic make the short trip across the city to face their oldest foes Rangers.

The Irishman's side have enjoyed a near-perfect start to the campaign on all fronts, and Sunday's 4-0 hammering of St Johnstone extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to 19 games. The Hoops currently sit a staggering 14 points clear of Phillippe Clement's men at the top of the table and will see this afternoon's clash as the perfect opportunity to full even further clear as they look to claim a fourth Premiership title on the spin.

Celtic may also feel they have something of a point to prove following their last encounter with the Gers. Rodgers' men emerged victorious against their rivals courtesy of a penalty shootout following a pulsating 3-3 draw in the final of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden, but the Parkhead boss will be looking for a much more controlled performance this time round to demonstrate just why they are so far clear of Rangers as top dogs in Scotland.

And going into the game, Rodgers' almost has a clean bill of health, with veteran winger James Forrest his only absentee. Auston Trusty has returned to the squad in the last two games following his recent injury but is likely to miss out to Liam Scales alongside Cameron Carter-Vickers at the heart of the Hoops back line. Greg Taylor and Alex Valle continue their tussle for the left back spot and the former's experience in games of this magnitude could see him get the nod, with Alastair Johnston a shoo-in to start on the opposite flank.

Rodgers continues to have a wealth of options in midfield, with the likes of Reo Hatate, Paulo Bernardo, Arne Engels and Luke McCowan all vying for the two remaining spots alongside