Celtic transfer latest as Viktor Eriksson ‘pursuit' gets emphatic response and Ambrosino loan 'considered'
Serie A newboys Cremonese are reportedly weighing up a loan bid for Celtic target Giuseppe Ambrosino.
The Italy U21 international has returned to parent club Napoli after a loan spell in Serie B with Frosinone last year but faces an uphill battle to force his way into the Scudetto winners' manager Antonio Conte's plans.
Ambrosino was touted as a potential target for Brendan Rodgers last month, with the Irishman still on the hunt for attacking reinforcements ahead of the new season, with their huge Champions League qualification play-off now just weeks away.
However, Cremonese have also been credited with an interest in the 21-year-old, and Il Giorno now claim that they are considering a loan swoop for the attacker.
The report adds that the Cremona side are hopeful that their good relations with Napoli will allow them to seal a loan deal for the youngster.
Meanwhile, Celtic have been told that Hammarby defender Viktor Eriksson is not for sale amid reports that the Hoops had sent scouts to watch the Swede in action.
Parkhead Head of Football Operations Paul Tisdale is said to have taken in Hammarby's 2-1 away victory against Belgian outfit Charleroi on Thursday that booked their place in the third qualifying round of the Conference League, with Erilksson himself bagging the all-important winner in the final minute of extra time.
Hammarby boss Kim Hellberg is unaware of any interest from Celts but insists that the centre back isn't going anywhere.
Asked about the player's future after their win against Charleroi, he replied: "He's not for sale.
"He has played every minute of these last four games. It is a very big moment for me too.
"I have worked with him for four years in Varnamo, in Hammarby now. I have seen how hard he has worked, and developed as a person and a player. I am so, so proud of him."
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