Ex-Celtic star tells club to make move for Odsonne Edouard
The former Celtic striker, now at Crystal Palace, has a year left on his contract but is currently out of the first-team picture.
Since his £15 million move four years ago, Edouard has netted only 21 goals—a stark contrast to his prolific days at Parkhead.
A return to Celtic could help the 27-year-old revitalise his career, similar to Kieran Tierney and Jota who made successful returns.
Allan, who played alongside Edouard during his time at Celtic, thinks the club should aim to bring him back.
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He said on Clyde 1 Superscoreboard: "I would (take him back), yeah.
"Fantastic player.
"It's obviously a position that Celtic will be looking to add to."
Allan added that with Daizen Maeda potentially moving back to the wide positions, there could be a spot for Edouard.
He said: "I think we might see Daizen Maeda go back out to that wide area, where he was so effective in terms of his pressing and getting up and down the pitch.
"He'll be looking to add to his goal tally come next season.
"I think there's no question that it's an area of the park where Celtic need to strengthen."
Edouard's return could provide the boost Celtic need to remain competitive in the upcoming season.
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