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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Robbie Hanratty

Celtic-linked goalkeeper still available and training with non-league club

Veteran goalkeeper Asmir Begovic is currently training with non-league club Aldershot Town as he contemplates his next career step.

The former Everton and Chelsea shot-stopper has been tipped to join Brendan Rodgers' Celtic side this summer. This comes after Joe Hart, who had been the Hoops' first-choice goalkeeper for the past three years, announced his retirement from professional football at the end of last season.

Celtic have been linked with numerous targets to fill the void left by Hart's departure and bolster their goalkeeping options - but have currently yet to find a replacement.


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Begovic's decision to train with Aldershot Town suggests he is keeping his options open and evaluating the best path forward in his career.

The 37-year-old left Queen's Park Rangers, where he featured 46 times last time out, following the expiry of his contract and his next move is expected to be closely watched by Celtic and other interested parties as the new season approaches.

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