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Celtic eye Napoli striker but face 'stiff competition'

Celtic eye Napoli striker but face 'stiff competition'

Glasgow Timesa day ago
The Scottish champions are keen on Napoli's 21-year-old striker, Giuseppe Ambrosino, who scored five goals on loan at Frosinone last season.
However, SportMediaset reports that Celtic face "stiff competition" this summer to secure his signature.
Napoli are expected to let Ambrosino leave on another loan deal, with an option to buy.
However, it is understood the frontman is keen on remaining in Italy and joining Cagliari, who are also believed to be interested.
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