In a developing story that could significantly impact Celtic’s defensive line up, the club is reportedly sharpening its focus on securing Liverpool’s Owen Beck for a permanent transfer after a loan enquiry was rebuffed.
The move, however, is contingent on a critical decision from Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, regarding Beck’s inclusion in the team’s lineup before the month draws to a close.
Despite a commendable loan period at Dundee, where Beck showcased his potential in the first half of the season, Liverpool recalled the young defender to bolster their own ranks amidst defensive injury issues. Yet, Beck remains sidelined, without making an appearance for the Reds, thus keeping the door ajar for Celtic to swoop in. If he makes an appearance for Liverpool then a move to Celtic would be off the cards due to FIFA rules that won’t allow players to turn out for more than two clubs in one season.
The plot thickens as Beck, who recently celebrated his call-up to the Welsh national team, is in a race against time for more on-field action to fuel his international ambitions.
With Liverpool’s defensive pecking order seeing him trail behind Joe Gomez and the impending return of stalwarts Andy Robertson and Konstantinos Tsimikas, Beck’s prospects for breaking into Liverpool’s first team seem increasingly slim.
Insider whispers from Record Sport indicate that Celtic’s next proposition for Beck could pivot towards a full-time acquisition, especially in the wake of Liverpool’s rebuff of an initial loan proposal.
Brendan Rodgers, with his sights set on fortifying Celtic’s squad depth, has openly voiced his intent to bring another left-back into the fold to provide Greg Taylor with formidable competition, underscoring Celtic’s relentless quest for enhancing their defensive might.
As the clock ticks towards the transfer deadline, all eyes are on Liverpool’s next moves and whether Beck will grace the pitch in red.
