It is being reported by that Celtic are set to offer Liel Abada a new contract offer [Daily Record]. 

This comes in the wake of Premier League clubs showing interest in the 21-year-old who the club are very keen on retaining. 

One of those clubs keeping watch on Abada is Southhampton who of course have previous on doing deals with Celtic having taken the likes of Virgil Van Dijk, Victor Wanyama, Fraser Forster.  and Stuart Armstrong in recent years down to Saint Mary’s.

In his 78 appearances for the club, the Israeli international has bagged 24 goals and 15 assists which are really impressive stats for someone of his age. 

Since returning from the World Cup break he has been a standout in the two matches the league leaders have played so far, as he provided a vital spark against Aberdeen and was awarded man of the match during the 2-1 win over Livingston at Celtic Park in which he had the ball in the back of the net, only for it to be chopped off for offside. 

Abada is currently contracted to the Scottish champions until 2026 but the report reveals that the club are ready so sit down with the young winger to try and agree a fresh package. 

His other Celtic teammates Josip Juranovic and Giorgos Giakoumakis are attracting interest elements but Abada doesn’t look as though he’ll be going anywhere soon as there is still plenty time to develop and improve his game.