£40k-a-wk star opens door to Celtic switch after new reveal

Martin Dubravka opens door to Celtic switch after new reveal

Celtic are plotting a move to sign Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka this summer, sources have told Football Insider.

Football Insider revealed on Friday (14 June) that the Magpies have told Dubravka, 35, he is free to find a new club as they focus on signing a younger backup to Nick Pope.

Celtic are in the hunt for a Joe Hart replacement following his retirement and it is believed they are weighing up a potential move for the Slovakia international.

Dubravka has opened the door to a Parkhead move in recent days, claiming he would “consider” a move to Scotland if the Hoops come forward with a “concrete” offer.

The veteran shot-stopper would be a natural replacement for Hart but it is believed Celtic will only move if Newcastle’s demands are reasonable – as he still has one year left to run on his contract at St James’ Park.

Wage demands are also a concern for the Glasgow giants, with Dubravka currently earning a reported £40,000-a-week with the Magpies.

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However, it is believed Champions League football could play a big part in luring the goalkeeper, who will play for Slovakia at the European Championships in Germany.

Dubravka made 30 appearances across all competitions for Newcastle in the 2023-24 campaign following a serious injury to Pope, keeping eight clean sheets and conceding 48 goals.

The 35-year-old, who was briefly on loan at Man United in the 2022-23 season, has made 152 appearances in the Premier League over six years.

Celtic won a league and cup double last term following Brendan Rodgers’ return to Parkhead.

The Hoops are yet to make their first signing of the summer transfer window.

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