Dundee United's Will Ferry has emerged as a transfer target for Celtic, with Parkhead scouts reportedly watching the 25-year-old left-back on numerous occasions.
What happened?
Ferry has been linked with a move to Celtic after the Hoops lost Marcelo Saracchi, who has announced his departure from the club. The Uruguayan defender wrote on Instagram, saying goodbye to Celtic fans and thanking them for their support.
Why it matters for Dundee United
Ferry's potential departure from Tannadice could be a blow to the club, which has struggled to find consistency this season. Dundee United currently sit 9th in the Premiership table, with 33 points from 33 games, and are 37 points behind leaders Heart of Midlothian.
What comes next?
Celtic have reportedly accepted a £1.7 million bid from a Czech side for Ferry earlier in the transfer window, but the defender rejected the move. Ferry has also shown his ability in Europe, standing out as Jim Goodwin's side took Rapid Vienna to penalties in the UEFA Conference League last season.
Born and raised in Bury, Ferry made his debut for the Republic of Ireland national team earlier this year. He moved to Tannadice in 2024 after excelling in EFL League One for Cheltenham Town. Ferry previously spent four years on the fringes of the first-team at Southampton.
Dundee United's current league standing is 9th in the Premiership, with 33 points from 33 games, and a goal difference of -19. They have scored 34 goals and conceded 53 this season.
The transfer window is set to close soon, and it remains to be seen whether Celtic will make a move for Ferry. However, one thing is certain - the 25-year-old left-back has caught the attention of Parkhead scouts, and a potential transfer to Glasgow could be on the cards.
