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The 24-year-old has signed until the end of the season with an option to extend the deal after being released.

From the 6-2 game to ??????

FORMER Celtic winger Bobby Petta will hold talks with David Hodgson in
London this afternoon to discuss a move to Darlington.

Rangers have been dealt a huge blow with the news that first-choice
keeper Stefan Klos has been ruled out for the season.

The German shot stopper has damaged his knee ligaments and will miss the
rest of the current campaign as Rangers look to pip Celtic to the race
for the title.

Bulgaria coach Hristo Stoichkov announced the following 19-man squad for the friendly international against Serbia & Montenegro in Sofia on February 9:

Goalkeepers: Zdravko Zdravkov (Rizespor), Dimitar Ivankov (Levski Sofia) Defenders: Ivailo Petkov(Kuban Krasnodar), Radostin Kishishev (Charlton Athletic), Rosen Kirilov, Mihail Venkov (both Litex Lovech), Georgi Markov, Elin Topuzakov (both Levski Sofia), Asen Karaslavov (Slavia Sofia) Midfielders: Chavdar Yankov, Blagoi Georgiev (both Slavia Sofia), Stilian Petrov (Celtic), Asen Bukarev (Levski Sofia), Martin Kamburov (Lokomotiv Plovdiv)

Forwards: Zdravko Lazarov (Gazientepspor), Dimitar Berbatov (Bayer Leverkusen), Martin Petrov (VfL Wolfsburg), Valeri Bojinov (Lecce), Vladimir Manchev (Levante)

Things may become a little clearer over the next few days regarding Paul Hartley of Hearts or Liverpool's Stephane Henchoz, both players have been linked with moves to Celtic Park during the current transfer window.

Celtic and Birmingham have both had £400,000 bids accepted for Newcastle left-back Olivier Bernard - the Frenchman will meet Celtic boss Martin O'Neill this week after weekend talks with Birmingham boss Steve Bruce.

Celtic are set to offload defender Bobo Balde, with Middlesbrough and Manchester City both keen - Balde met City boss Kevin Keegan last week, who is preparing a £2m bid - Celtic have lined up Liverpool defender Stephane Henchoz as Balde's replacement.

Celtic have been told to act fast if they want to snap up Liverpool defender Stephane Henchoz before the transfer window closes. The Hoops have expressed an interest in the Swiss player, who was previously a target for Rangers. With a question mark hanging over the future of Bobo Balde at Parkhead, the 30-year-old Henchoz would be a viable alternative. Henchoz's agent, Jorg Vonmatt, insists the player wants his future resolved as quickly as possible."Celtic are one of the teams interested, but we are still waiting for their proposal. "If they are really serious, they need to move quickly as there are other clubs that we have held discussions with in much more detail."Celtic need to move as quickly as possible. The window closes next week so we can't afford to wait a long time before making a decision."Stephane wants to get his future sorted out by the start of the week."

Thursday 20th January 2005

13.20

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Wednesday 19th January 2005

14.00

Wigan deny move for Sylla.

Wigan manager Paul Jewell has denied making an approach for Celtic defender Momo Sylla.

"I know we're being linked with quite a few players, but I have to say I don't know where half the stories have come from," he said. "We've had no contact with anyone about Sylla.

"Everyone knows we're keen to strengthen, but I'm not willing to go public with any names because that is not my style nor the way I do business," he said.

"If the story comes out from the other end there's nothing we can do about that because it's happened in the past.

"But as far as I'm concerned I feel it's only fair to try and conduct your business privately until you actually have something concrete to report."

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has no plans to revive his interest in Dwight Yorke.

The 33-year-old striker has been told he can leave Birmingham, whom he chose over the Scottish champions after leaving Blackburn last summer.

But O’Neill today denied reports he could move again for the former Manchester United front man.
He said: “There is absolutely no truth in this whatsoever.”

SUPPORTERS at last Sunday's Old Firm game at Celtic Park raised just under £19,000 for the Disaster Emergency Committee Appeal. The Appeal was set up to raise money for the people in south-east Asia after the tragic events of Boxing Day which killed over 140,000 and left millions homeless.

Both Celtic and Rangers agreed to the can collection before the Scottish Cup, with supporters of both clubs contributing to the Appeal.

Thursday 13th January 2005

16.00

Hoops Oops
Newsroom Staff

A National daily red top was left red faced today after 'excusively'
publishing images of proposed new Celtic tops including a home top
'breaking the traditional hoops'...

The images however, were lifted from a fans' webstite after being
photoshopped by 15-year-old Robin Gallagher from Ballymena over in
Ireland.

A spokesperson for Celtic Football Club said: “Celtic currently has an
association with UMBRO as the Club’s official kit supplier and has
agreed a new contract with Nike which will begin later this year.
“Clearly there has been discussion with Nike in terms of the proposed
new kits for next season, however, contrary to reports today, the new
home kit will honour the traditions of the Club and include the world
famous uninterrupted green and white hoops.”
A Nike spokesperson said, “We would like to reassure Celtic fans that
the images recently published of the alleged new Celtic football shirts
(2005/06) are not authentic and we do not know where these images came
from.
“However, we can confirm that the new shirts will be released later in
the year and of course the home shirt will honour the tradition of the
club and include uninterrupted green and white hoops.”

Thursday 13th January 2005

14.00

PETROV LINK DISMISSED

Stilian Petrov's agent Latchezar Tanev has rubbished media reports linking the Celtic midfielder with a January switch from Parkhead to Goodison Park.

Rumours have been rife that Petrov could be on his way to Merseyside after Blues Boss David Moyes was spotted watching the Scottish cup tie between Celtic and Rangers last weekend.

But Tanev insists that Petrov is happy in Glasgow playing for Celtic, though admitted that there has been continued interest in the Bulgarian international.

He said: "I have no information from Celtic or any contact from Everton regarding Stilian. He is happy at Celtic and he is playing at a high level. I don't think there is anything at the moment, but that could change in the summer.

"If he was to change club it would take a good offer as he has a good contract until June 2007. There has always been interest in Stilian as he is playing well for Celtic and Bulgaria."

Tuesday 11th January 2005

Referee for Sunday's game at Pittodrie

Kenny Clark in charge of Sunday’s live televised match between Aberdeen and Celtic.

Tuesday 11th January 2005

11.45

Everton in for Petrov?

Everton must be having a laugh, being reported today that David Moyes is set to offer Celtic £2 million for Stan Petrov. Must be one of his boots they're talking about.

Tuesday 11th January 2005

11.45

Middlesbrough set to make Balde move

Celtic defender Bobo Balde is a target for Boro boss Steve McLaren
The 29-year-old, who joined Celtic in July 2001 is out of contract at the end of the season and is yet to sign a new deal with Martin O’neill’s side.
Balde, an international with Guinea recovered from a shaky start to his Celtic career to become a major part of their success in recent years and McLaren sees him as the ideal addition to his squad.

Tuesday 11th January 2005

11.45

Juninho could quit Bhoys

Celtic midfielder Juninho has slammed manager Martin O'Neill, adding that he is ready to leave the club due to the lack of opportunities afforded to him in the first-team.

The 31-year-old pint-sized Brazilian play-maker told the Daily Record: "If I have no future at Celtic, then it makes sense for them to let me go because they can use my wages to spend on players the manager does want.

"If I have no part in his (O'Neill's) plans, there is no point in remaining here waiting for a chance that never comes.

"The manager has had a lot of chances to put me in his team but it hasn't happened. If that is the case, then this is the opportunity for me to go. That would be good for the club and good for me."

The former Middlesbrough idol continued his lament, bawling: "When a manager brings a new player to the club he gives that player support. That's what disappoints me most. Since I came here, I have never had his support - that's the way I see it.

"It's a bit strange and, to be honest, I don't know why I'm here at all.

"He put me in the team at the beginning but he didn't give me any time. I'm left to feel that I have never had his support.

"I was very excited when I came here. The supporters were excited as well. That's why I don't understand what has happened - there are a lot of questions without answers.

Monday 10th January 2005

Aberdeen v Inverness Caledonian Thistle
Ross County or Airdrie United v Clyde
Queen of South v Gretna or Dundee United
Ayr United or Stranraer v St Mirren
Partick Thistle or Hearts v Kilmarnock
Alloa v Livingston or Greenock Morton
East Fife or Dunfermline v Celtic
Hibernian v Brechin.

The Welsh international, whose current deal expires this summer, has become a big favourite at Parkhead but fans were anxious that he could return to England or move to the Continent as negotiations continued into the January transfer window.

But this morning the 29-year-old finally committed himself to the club until May 2007.

The Swansea-born frontman, who joined the club from Coventry in August 2001, has hit 77 goals from 139 appearances and Martin O'Neill will have been relieved to conclude matters.

The former Luton, Arsenal, West Ham and Wimbledon striker has always stressed his desire to extend his stay in Glasgow.

However, Hartson refused to rule out a move if Celtic failed to come up with the terms he felt he deserved.

Big-spending Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin and Blackburn were prepared to throw money his way as the 29-year-old Hartson looked for a major pay-day before quitting.

Celtic defender Bobo Balde will have to wait before discovering if he will face a Scottish Football Association investigation.

The Guinea international was incensed after appearing to be caught by Livingston striker Jim Hamilton during the Hoops' 2-1 Bank of Scotland Premier League win on Sunday.

The former Toulouse man then seemed to have pushed Hamilton in the face later in the game.

The SFA used video evidence to ban Henri Camara and Nacho Novo following unsavoury incidents during the ugly Old Firm game at Ibrox in November.

It was thought that the player would hear today if he was to face similar charges but SFA head of discipline Drew Herbertson said: "There will be nothing decided today but it will be dealt with in the next couple of days."

Inverness Caledonian Thistle have failed in a bold attempt to take Celtic winger Ross Wallace on loan.

Inverness player-boss Craig Brewster spoke to Celtic assistant manager John Robertson about the Wallace move.

Brewster told BBC Sport: "I thought that giving the player a run of games might appeal to Celtic but understand why they rate him so highly."

Robertson told Brewster that there was no chance of the 19-year-old Wallace being released for the rest of the season.

"John was fine about my approach and agreed with me that, if you don't ask, you don't get," added Brewster.

Rangers slipped up today and have given Celtic a massive boost ahead of tomorrow's home match against Livingston.

Celtic and Birmingham have both had £400,000 bids accepted for Newcastle left-back Olivier Bernard - the Frenchman will meet Celtic boss Martin O'Neill this week after weekend talks with Birmingham boss Steve Bruce.

Celtic are set to offload defender Bobo Balde, with Middlesbrough and Manchester City both keen - Balde met City boss Kevin Keegan last week, who is preparing a £2m bid - Celtic have lined up Liverpool defender Stephane Henchoz as Balde's replacement.

Thursday 20th January 2005

13.20

FOOTBALL AID 2005

Bid to play where your heroes play in 2005!

If you dream of being a defensive dynamo, a midfield maestro or silky striker for Celtic FC at Celtic Park, there's only one way to play in YOUR club's Football Aid event this year.

Get a piece of the action, score the ultimate football experience.

BID NOW at - www.footballaid.com

Don't get left on the bench, visit us at www.footballaid.com now to bid for the chance to play on your Field of Dreams!

Remember the money you raise will go towards helping charities chosen by your club as well as those chosen by Football Aid. For full details of bid prices and positions available just visit your team’s page on our website or contact us at info@footballaid.com

Wednesday 19th January 2005

14.00

Wigan deny move for Sylla.

SUPPORTERS at last Sunday's Old Firm game at Celtic Park raised just under £19,000 for the Disaster Emergency Committee Appeal. The Appeal was set up to raise money for the people in south-east Asia after the tragic events of Boxing Day which killed over 140,000 and left millions homeless.

Both Celtic and Rangers agreed to the can collection before the Scottish Cup, with supporters of both clubs contributing to the Appeal.

Thursday 13th January 2005

16.00

Thursday 13th January 2005

14.00

PETROV LINK DISMISSED Stilian Petrov's agent Latchezar Tanev has rubbished media reports linking the Celtic midfielder with a January switch from Parkhead to Goodison Park.

Rumours have been rife that Petrov could be on his way to Merseyside after Blues Boss David Moyes was spotted watching the Scottish cup tie between Celtic and Rangers last weekend.

But Tanev insists that Petrov is happy in Glasgow playing for Celtic, though admitted that there has been continued interest in the Bulgarian international.

He said: "I have no information from Celtic or any contact from Everton regarding Stilian. He is happy at Celtic and he is playing at a high level. I don't think there is anything at the moment, but that could change in the summer.

"If he was to change club it would take a good offer as he has a good contract until June 2007. There has always been interest in Stilian as he is playing well for Celtic and Bulgaria."

Tuesday 11th January 2005

Referee for Sunday's game at Pittodrie

Kenny Clark in charge of Sunday’s live televised match between Aberdeen and Celtic.

Tuesday 11th January 2005

11.45

Everton in for Petrov?

Everton must be having a laugh, being reported today that David Moyes is set to offer Celtic £2 million for Stan Petrov. Must be one of his boots they're talking about.

Tuesday 11th January 2005

11.45

Tuesday 11th January 2005

11.45

Juninho could quit Bhoys

Monday 10th January 2005

Aberdeen v Inverness Caledonian Thistle Ross County or Airdrie United v Clyde Queen of South v Gretna or Dundee United Ayr United or Stranraer v St Mirren Partick Thistle or Hearts v Kilmarnock Alloa v Livingston or Greenock Morton East Fife or Dunfermline v Celtic Hibernian v Brechin.

PETROV LINK DISMISSED

Stilian Petrov's agent Latchezar Tanev has rubbished media reports linking the Celtic midfielder with a January switch from Parkhead to Goodison Park.

Aberdeen v Inverness Caledonian Thistle
Ross County or Airdrie United v Clyde
Queen of South v Gretna or Dundee United
Ayr United or Stranraer v St Mirren
Partick Thistle or Hearts v Kilmarnock
Alloa v Livingston or Greenock Morton
East Fife or Dunfermline v Celtic
Hibernian v Brechin.