Couldn’t wipe the smile off his face- Celtic target responds to transfer speculation

Alistair Johnston seems very agreeable to joining Celtic according to Canadian reporter Peter Galindo.

During Wednesday word emerged that the right-back is a Celtic transfer target if Josip Juranovic is sold in January.

A World Cup debut against Belgium could turn into a day to forget but Johnston looked perfect;y at home up against some of the biggest names in European football.

Media access at big events tends to be much freer than when clubs are trying to control the message with Johnston more than happy to discuss speculation that he could be on his way to Glasgow in the new year.

On Sunday Johnston will be involved in a very intriguing match when Canada face up to Croatia who are likely to include Juranovic in their side.

Ange Postecoglou is planning ahead beyond the January transfer window but Sunday’s action from Qatar could give Celtic fans a direct comparison between Team 1 and Team 2 of the Postecoglou era.

Johnston is under contract with Montreal CF until December 2023 with the MLS side also having a two year option on his deal.