Odsonne Edouard could leave Celtic in 2021, despite potentially being offered fresh terms according to a journalist in France.What’s the word?Edouard has been linked with a plethora of moves away from Celtic Park in recent months with Everton (BBC Sportsound, via Daily Record) and Crystal Palace two potential destinations.The forward has been banging in the goals for Neil Lennon’s side this term, registering 26 strikes in all competitions.Losing such a player would be a bitter blow but there is hope that the Hoops will be able to keep him for an extra season, according to Ignazio Genuardi.
Malgré l’intérêt de plusieurs clubs étrangers, le Celtic Glasgow espère convaincre #Edouard (ex-PSG) de rempiler, avec une importante revalorisation salariale à la clé (et un bon de sortie pour l’été 2021). #Mercato
— Ignazio Genuardi (@IgnazioGenuardi) March 1, 2020
Translated, the journalist’s tweet is quoted as: “Despite the interest of several foreign clubs, Celtic Glasgow hopes to convince Edouard (ex-PSG) to reload, with a significant salary increase in the key (and an exit voucher for the summer of 2021).â€Smart businessCeltic would boost their hopes of a tenth successive Scottish Premiership title if they land Edouard and they reign home on their 12 point advantage this season.The French striker is their star man, not only finding the net close to 30 times but also racking up 17 assists across league, cup and European action.It’s unsurprising that he’s been touted with a move to the Premier League but handing him a potential exit in 2021 is clever, as is tying the 22-year-old down to a fresh contract.It protects his market value significantly and another successful season could boost his transfer value even higher. At present, Edouard is rated at £13.5m according to Transfermarkt, although the record fee Celtic have received was the £25m Arsenal paid for Kieran Tierney last summer.A player with such an impressive goals record would surely command a large sum of money, one that Celtic could consequently bring in a capable replacement.The greatest rivalry in world football: Test your Old Firm derby knowledge below…However, given the Bhoys will have over a year to prepare for his departure, it gives Nick Hammond and his scouts plenty of time to find the right man to come in – something that will prove vitally important to the future of the football club this decade.Furthermore, it might also give them a clear indication of whether January addition Patryk Klimala is ready to fill in when necessary.Meanwhile, check out Hatem Elhamed’s SEVEN-WORD verdict after returning from injury…