The return of Odsonne Edouard to Celtic has been a topic of fan speculation, especially after the former striker made a guest appearance at the Celtic Player of the Year Awards in Glasgow.
Despite the excitement among supporters, there have been no substantial reports linking Edouard back to the club. Currently, he has one year remaining on his contract with Crystal Palace, where he has struggled to secure a consistent starting spot.
Recent reports suggest that Crystal Palace has set a £20 million asking price for Edouard, a figure that is likely beyond Celtic’s current transfer budget.
This price tag alone could deter any potential move. However, the primary reason Celtic might not pursue Edouard isn’t just financial, as explained by Clyde 1 Superscoreboard pundit Simon Donnelly.
Donnelly, a former Celtic player himself, expressed scepticism about the benefits of re-signing players who have already had their run with a club.
Responding to the speculation on Clyde 1, Donnelly said, “No, because I think he has had his time. I would look elsewhere. When you revisit it, does it work? I don’t know. He had his time.”
Edouard has had his opportunity at Celtic.
When he left we were fortunate to get the fee Crystal Palace paid.
Edouard was OK for a season the did not do enough to warrant a place in the team.
An okay loan spell, followed by a deterioration once he was signed on a contract.