Celtic v Hearts injury latest: Five men out and one doubt ahead of a huge game in Glasgow

Both clubs have big causes to play for in the east end of Glasgow

May is the time of year when prizes are given out and aims achieved, so Saturday’s game at Celtic Park carries plenty of significance for everyone involved. Hearts are the visitors looking for a second successive victory there to confirm third place in the Premiership, whilst Celtic are going for the title in an intriguing battle with Rangers.

Both teams have some injury issues ahead of the match, although it is the Tynecastle side with more players sidelined. Celtic are in relatively good shape as the season heads towards a climax. The latest injury news for both clubs is below:

1. Peter Haring (Hearts): Out

The Austrian is still recovering after surgery on a hamstring injury.

2. Liam Boyce (Hearts): Out

Back in training and working on his fitness after an operation.

3. Craig Halkett (Hearts): Out

Also back in training and working to get fully fit after surgery on his knee.

4. Calem Nieuwenhof (Hearts): Out

The Australian midfielder is still recovering after an operation to repair a damaged tendon.

5. Finlay Pollock

The midfielder took a knock in a B team game and is not available.

6. Daizen Maeda (Celtic): Doubt

The Japanese forward missed Celtic’s last three games with a hamstring complaint. Management have yet to decide if he will be involved on Saturday.

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