Celtic are facing an anxious wait over Kelechi Iheanacho after the striker became a free agent following the expiry of his contract.
The 29-year-old Nigerian has yet to decide his next move despite attracting interest from multiple clubs across Europe and beyond, with the club missing its option to extend his deal by a further 12 months.
Turkish outlet Olay reported that Super Lig side Bursaspor has made "close contact" with Iheanacho over a potential transfer, although no agreement has been reached at this stage.
The forward has already received lucrative approaches from Turkey and South America after his availability became known, while he has also been offered to the Brazilian side Vasco da Gama.
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The striker proved decisive in big moments last season, scoring late winners against Kilmarnock, Dundee, Hibs and Motherwell, while also netting twice in the Scottish Cup semi-final victory over St Mirren and scoring in the final against Dunfermline.
Bursaspor president Enes Çelik confirmed the club are weighing up their options as they look to add a striker. He said: “It might happen after the Bolu training camp. We won’t rush. We said let’s think about it a little more.
“We want to meticulously find the most suitable one among the available options. The only thing left is the striker position.
“We will hand over the team to our coach when we go to the Bolu training camp, except for one striker.”
