Barry Ferguson believes Celtic will land big money for Reo Hatate as he's one of the best in Scotland.
The Rangers hero has been left very impressed with the midfielder since his move to the Hoops under Ange Postecoglou just over a year ago. He's branded him as a 'quality operator' and is certain he is one that top dollar will come in for as he expressed a wish for that to happen this summer.
Hatate was on target twice as the Hoops ran out 4-0 winners over Aberdeen at Parkhead to continue their relentless charge towards back to back Premiership titles. It also keeps the confidence sky high ahead of this weekend as they face Old Firm rivals Rangers in the League Cup Final at Hampden with the first piece of silverware on offer this season up for grabs.
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Celtic's on-form star man has only been in the professional game for a small period but he's one who has all the tools to succeed. Fergie is a huge fan of his passing range and aggression and is in no doubt he will get better and better - but just hopes that he has a quiet weekend.
He told Go Radio: "He's up there. I think he's a quality operator for what, £1.8million? He's only been a professional for three years. He's one that Celtic will get top dollar for, hopefully in the summer!
"Is he the on-form player in Scotland? He's one of them, there's no doubt. He's added goals in the last few games. He's always popped up with a few, but has added more. Hopefully he has a quiet weekend...
"Listen, he's got all the tools. I like his passing range, he can get about and he's an aggressive wee guy as well. He can get stuck in and do the dirty side of the game.
"He's definitely a player. I think he's getting better and better and better."
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