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Celtic should consider Long to bolster attack

Leigh Griffiths has recently returned from a six-month layout and should compete with Odsonne Edouard for a starting place in Celtic attack next season. The Hoops may need at least one more centre-forward, however, as Neil Lennon has no backup for the pair with Vakoun Bayo being on the periphery at Parkhead – one appearance made for Celtic since January.

Shane Long may be available this summer after struggling for form and playing time at Southampton. The £60k-per-week striker is in the final year of his contract too, so the Saints may want to cash in on his signature rather than risk losing him for nothing in 2020.