It seems almost certain that Kristoffer Ajer will be moving out on loan during the January after six months with Celtic.
After a few first team appearances in pre-season matches he has had to settle for life with the Development Squad in their various competitions.
Playing in the UEFA u-19 Champions League, the Premier League International Cup and the SPFL Development League will have given the Norwegian teenager a valuable insight into the demands of being a Celtic player.
Before joining Celtic, Ajer had captained Start in the top division of Norwegian football which exposed him to the real world of the professional game where seasoned professionals are playing for their bonus.
The next step in his career will be crucial to build on the momentum to date. Putting players out on loan is a risky business but it looks like Liam Henderson has benefited from 15 months on the road at Rosenborg and Hibs.