Celtic have entered talks with Joe Hart over a stunning move to Parkhead - after growing impatient with Southampton over their pursuit of Fraser Forster.
Out of contract with Burnley at the end of this month, Hart is now in contention for a move to Scotland following intense negotiations this week.
Although Celtic have not given up hope of securing another one-year loan deal for Forster, a lack of clarity from his parent club has forced them to look at alternatives.
The Hoops are finding negotiations to extend keeper Fraser Forster's loan deal frustrating
Hart, the 33-year-old England international, has been told he won’t be offered a new deal at Turf Moor after falling behind Nick Pope in the pecking order.