Reports suggesting that Celtic striker Giorgos Giakoumakis could join Serie A side Sampdoria have suffered a potential spanner in the works - with Bordeaux now being touted as an 11th-hour option for the Greek star.
Having declined new terms on a contract at Celtic just before the window, it quickly became apparent that the striker bought from VVV Venlo last summer for just £2.5million was going to be sent on his way despite being a fan favourite.
Sampdoria, Uwara Red Diamonds, Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors and Minnesota United have had interest in Giakoumakis throughout the weeks, with a deal for Sampdoria and Uwara looking to be the front runners - but now, with time ticking and reports thickening about a move to Italy, Bordeaux have seemingly put their name in the hat to sign Giakoumakis.
