Transfer discussions involving Celtic left-back Alex Valle, Barcelona, and Italian side Como. Valle, who is on loan at Celtic from Barcelona, could see his time in Glasgow cut short, with the Spanish giants reportedly open to allowing the 20-year-old to switch to Serie B, where he would join Cesc Fàbregas’ Como.

However, Celtsarehere can reveal a key sticking point: Celtic must agree to terminate Valle’s current loan deal. This decision places Celtic in a challenging position, especially with just two fixtures remaining in their Champions League group stage campaign.

Should Valle leave, Greg Taylor would be the only natural left-back available in the squad, leaving the Hoops short in a crucial position as they prepare for pivotal matches against Young Boys at home and Aston Villa away. Compounding the issue, UEFA regulations mean Celtic would be unable to replace Valle in their European squad until the tournament’s next phase, should they qualify.Alex Valle versus Rangers

15th December 2024; Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland; Premier Sports Cup Football Final, Celtic versus Rangers; Alex Valle of Celtic under pressure from James Tavernier of Rangers

The Barca bhoy signed for Celtic during the summer transfer window as part of a loan deal designed to give him regular first-team football, but recent speculation about the potential return of Kieran Tierney has cast uncertainty over his future at the club. Tierney, a fan favourite from his previous spell at Parkhead, would provide an experienced option at left-back should a move materialise – which we expect it to.

The timing of any potential departure will be critical. Celtic must decide whether to let Valle leave ahead of the final Champions League group fixture on January 29th or hold onto the Spaniard to ensure sufficient depth in the squad during this crucial stretch of the season.

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