Celtic transfer news bulletin as Quentin Merlin price tag named by Nantes while Gustaf Lagerbielke flies in

Celtic have reportedly been handed a £7million asking price by Nantes for Quentin Merlin as Brendan Rodgers considers a move for the left-back.

Greg Taylor has remained as the first-choice on the left side of the defence since Rodgers returned to the club with Alexandro Bernabei acting as back-up but reports suggest that the Irishman is keen to add more depth in the position. 21-year-old Merlin is on their radar having impressed in Ligue 1 last season as both a full-back and a winger - but the Scottish Premiership champions may have to spend big if they are to snap up the France U21 international.

The Daily Mail report that Celtic have been told that the club "will only entertain" bids that top £7million for the player that has come through their academy ranks and is contracted until the summer of 2026. Rodgers appears keen to have a busy fortnight before the summer window closes and Gustaf Lagerbielke is inching closer to a move.

The Hoops are closing in on a £3million deal for the Elfsborg defender. The Sweden international played his final game for his current side against Hammarby on Sunday.

The Sun report that following the game he has flown into Glasgow to complete a deal. He will undergo a medical before being announced as a replacement for Carl Starfelt.

Reo Hatate has also been touted with a move to the English Premier League this summer. Former Rangers hero Andy Halliday has questioned if there are "murmurs" over an exit behind the scenes leading to Rodgers turning to David Turnbull.

However, he told Clyde 1 Superscoreboard that he expects the Japan international to line up against Rangers when derby day rolls around on September 3: "It's one that I think you will see develop over the next couple of weeks