This summer, there will be many discussion points going into the transfer window. One of the key ones will be the so-called ‘Scott Brown replacement’ as he heads off to Aberdeen.
There are a few players who have been mentioned from within the Scottish Premiership as possible replacements for the outgoing Celtic captain with one of those being a possible future teammate in Lewis Ferguson.
As many will know though, some have suggested that Ferguson may not consider Celtic as an option for possible clubs with his family history.
His dad and uncle both player for Glasgow Rivals Rangers. Whilst a few fans might see that as a problem, his uncle, Barry Ferguson speaking on Go Radio confirmed this wouldn’t be something that would cross Lewis’ mind if Celtic became interested in signing him up.
“I don’t think he would have a problem with that. Just for the simple fact I know a lot of people go on about his dad playing with Rangers and, obviously, I’m his uncle and that I played with Rangers.
“In Lewis’s head, he wouldn’t even consider that. I know for a fact he is going to have options because obviously, Lewis is a top young player.
“We just need to wait and see but I don’t think that would cross his mind. The only issue he would have is his uncle wouldn’t speak to him for a long long time.”
Going into the next transfer window, Ferguson will be subject of interest with Watford already reportedly eyeing up a move for the young midfielder.
He has talents as a player and some of those skills have been on show for the last couple of years whilst at the Dons since making his move for Hamilton Accies a couple of years ago.
Ultimately though, I’m not sure I see the club making a move for the 21-year old. His family history should and won’t be considered in this decision but with the money involved in any possible deal, it might be better to look elsewhere.
I hope we can do better than that petulant little man.