Following the departure of Jota to Al-Ittihad in a £25million deal, Celtic are understood to be in pursuit of a dynamic replacement, setting their sights on 25-year-old Brazilian sensation Ferreira, currently with Gremio. [Football Scotland]

Brendan Rodgers is tasked with filling the flair-shaped void left by Jota’s departure. Our sources suggest that Ferreira, known for his adept goal-scoring and assist-making skills, is reportedly high on the Celtic manager’s wish list. With the summer transfer window in full swing, Celtic seems determined to bolster their forward line, and Ferreira’s prowess in Brazil’s Serie A makes him an appealing target.

Under Rodgers’ guidance, Celtic are no strangers to splashing cash when the right player emerges. With a hefty transfer fund at their disposal, the estimated £6million required to lure Ferreira from Gremio is expected to be well within the club’s financial reach.

His main position is as a Left Winger, but he can also play as a Right Winger and in the Attacking Midfield

Football Scotland indicates that Celtic have already initiated preliminary discussions with Gremio, keen to understand the club’s player valuation. It is also believed that Ferreira himself is not averse to the prospect of a move to Scotland.

His contract with Gremio, set to expire in 2024, presents a bit of a ticking time bomb for the Brazilian club. The risk of potentially losing their star asset on a free transfer might just tilt the negotiations in Celtic’s favour.

If Celtic’s approach proves successful, Ferreira, regarded as the premier dribbler in Brazil’s Serie A, could soon bring his unique brand of flamboyance to the Scottish champions’ attack, going some way to replace the creative spark lost with Jota’s exit.