Celtic want to beat West Ham to January signing: Deal could trigger sale to Leeds

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Celtic could sign Hasan Ali Kaldirim (right) as a replacement for Emilio Izaguirre

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is supposedly keen to land a new full-back, with Emilio Izaguirre's future in question.

Leeds United have been linked with a swoop for 30-year-old Izaguirre, who has made 16 appearances for the Hoops this season.

And Yahoo Sports claim Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is eyeing a new recruit in the left-back position.

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According to the report, Celtic are hoping to beat West Ham to the signing of Kaldirim before Tuesday's transfer deadline.

Celtic wanted to sign Kaldirim last summer and have continued to monitor the 27-year-old since.

The report adds that West Ham have made contact with Kaldirim's father, who looks after the Turkey international's affairs, over a potential deal.

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Kaldirim (left) is also wanted at West Ham

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Celtic are said to have tracked Kaldirim (left) since the summer

It is claimed Fenerbahce's rivals Besiktas are also eyeing a swoop for Kaldirim.

Should Celtic secure a deal for the Germany-born star then they could look to offload Izaguirre onto Leeds.

Leeds United manager Garry Monk has confirmed he is still seeking to do business for big-name players in the last few days of the transfer window.

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