Mikey Johnston's chances of signing on loan for Standard Liege from Celtic could be narrowing as Ronny Deila eyes up other wide options.
The academy product has had first-team minutes limited in the last couple of seasons due to injury and Hoops boss Ange Postecoglou has confirmed they are looking at loan options for him. Standard Liege, managed by former Celtic manager Deila, are one interested party but they are not prepared to wait forever for Johnston.
Voetbal report that Nottingham Forest's Alex Mighten is now on their 'wish list' alongside Johnston as his chances of regular Premier League football look limited, although he did come off the bench in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United. Mighten made 27 appearances last season for Steve Cooper's men as they achieved promotion but just six of those outings came as a starter. Deila could turn to him as a transfer wait in Glasgow continues to rumble.
READ MORE: Ex-Celtic man on Rangers' 'statement' transfer, title race and 'can't afford to lose' UCL verdict
Another potential target is Nikola Storm of Belgian First Division rivals Mechelen but no concrete offer has landed yet.
DON'T MISS:Former Celtic manager in shock SPFL return tout as he's suggested as potential Motherwell boss
Celtic hero Efe Ambrose training with Scottish Championship club as signing chances confirmed
Brendan Rodgers post Celtic move turning sour as Leicester exit predicted for 'ticking time bomb'
Teddy Teuma at Union Saint-Gilloise has also been mentioned but 'at the moment it would not be financially feasible.'
Johnston in the meantime will fight with Daizen Maeda, Jota, Liel Abada and James Forrest for a spot on the Celtic flanks.
READ NEXT:
- Celtic transfer latest as Hoops move for EPL midfielder ruled out with 'one or two irons in fire'
- Tom Rogic Celtic stint assessed as Hoops hero pinpoints his 'regret' over 'top quality' midfielder
- Premier Sports Cup schedule confirmed as Celtic and Rangers learn TV slot times for last 16
- Scott Brown makes 'bullied' statement as Celtic legend suffers 'disappointing' Fleetwood start
READ MORE: Ex-Celtic star Leigh Griffiths back in football as he makes huge career change with Australia switch
