Atlanta’s interest in Kyogo looks to have cooled, with the MLS side moving on to other targets.

15th December 2024; Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland; Premier Sports Cup Football Final, Celtic versus Rangers; Kyogo Furuhashi of Celtic celebrates with the trophy

Middlesbrough striker Emmanuel Latte Lath has emerged as their primary target.

The MLS side has reportedly made an £18m bid for the forward, with talks said to be at an advanced stage. [Sky Sports]

Atlanta have been linked with Celtic’s Kyogo Furuhashi in recent weeks, but a move for the Japanese international now appears increasingly unlikely. Celtic remain determined to keep their star man amid a crucial run of fixtures, including pivotal Champions League games later this month.

Celtic received no official approach for the striker.

The MLS outfit also has Crystal Palace striker Odsonne Edouard, a former Celtic favourite, on their radar. However, their focus seems to have shifted to securing a deal for Latte Lath.

While Atlanta’s interest in Kyogo was well-publicised, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has dismissed the idea of a January departure for the striker. Rodgers emphasised Kyogo’s importance to the squad, particularly with their league campaign in full swing and Champions League ambitions alive.

The striker still has a big part to play in the Hoops, and with a crucial match against Young Boys on Tuesday, it won’t be surprising if he’s the difference maker.

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