Celtic coach John Kennedy admits the Parkhead club will have to be patient in their pursuit of Patrick Roberts.
The 20-year-old played a key role in the Scottish champions' undefeated campaign last year, scoring nine goals on their way to claiming the treble.
Roberts' form had attracted interest from Southampton and free-spending Nice, however the French club killed off their interest in the player, instead moving swiftly to snare Monaco star Allan Saint-Maximin.
Hoops boss Brendan Rodgers has been persistent on Roberts throughout the summer - admitting he has a desire to re-sign the midfielder - and it is believed they have moved ahead of the pack with Celtic Park his preferred location.