Alex Collado is believed to be closing in on an exit from Barcelona - but Celtic are not his preffered next club, according to reports.
The attack-minded player who can play as a winger or attacking midfielder has been linked with a move to Celtic Park this week as part of boss Ange Postecoglou's summer revamp. Greek giants Olympiacos are also said to be in the frame for the Barca academy product who spent part of last season on loan at fellow La Liga side Granada.
Alongside the two options abroad, AS report that EIbar and Girona are both keen on his services and that could see him stay in his native land. According to the report, 'the player's preference is to stay in Spain' but as of yet, the door is not closed on any option. They also state that Collado's departure from Barcelona is 'very close' and could be concluded shortly.
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The player's agent, Marc Sanllehí, has went to meet with the club and finalise the player's departure but where this will be to is unknown.
It's another crossroads moment for the promising Spaniard, who last season watched a move to Belgium fall through before choosing Granada.
Celtic have guaranteed Champions League group stage football to look forward to and take on Kilmarnock in the Premiership this Sunday.
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