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Alan Galindo

Benjamin Siegrist to Celtic transfer latest with Hoops 'set to win race' for ex-Dundee United No1

Celtic look set to win the race to snap up goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist, according to a report.

The former Dundee United No1 is a free agent after allowing his contract at Tannadice to run down.

Interest is high in the Swiss shotstopper with the likes of Preston and Blackpool in England both keen on securing his signature.

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But the Scottish Sun report that Ange Postecgolou is set to add the 30-year-old to his ranks for the new campaign.

Joe Hart has been the No1 since his arrival at the club last summer but Celtic want extra competition for the former England international after Vasilis Barkas' loan departure.

Scott Bain is the established No2 - but Siegrist is now on the verge of joining.

He spent four years at Dundee United and helped them secure Europa Conference League football for next season after a string of fine performances.

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With Celtic challenging both domestically and in Europe next season, Postecoglou wants three experienced keepers at his disposal.

The Hoops enter the Champions League group stages after reclaiming the Premiership title from Rangers last season.

Conor Hazard is currently out on loan at HJK Helsinki while Tobi Oluwayemi could go out for vital first-team experience on a similar arrangement should Siegrist's deal be complete.

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