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Benjamin Siegrist named as Celtic transfer target as Dundee United star's agent admits 'probable' January exit

Celtic could make a move for Dundee United keeper Benjamin Siegrist in January, according to the star's agent.

Neil Lennon is on the hunt for another shot-stopper just months after spending £5million on Greek international Vasilis Barkas.

Conor Hazard has become Celtic ’s first choice in recent weeks but Lennon wants a more experienced operator for the rest of the season.

The Daily Mail report he’s keen to have a new man in place by the time Celtic face Rangers on January 2.

But the Swiss' agent Dr Dr Thomas Kraft insists there's also interest in his client from the Bundesliga and Dutch Eredivisie.

He admits a January exit from Tayside is "probable" if Celtic make an offer, having scouted the 28-year-old this season.

Kraft told the Mail: "Benjamin has had an extraordinary season and the last match against Hibernian he produced a high level performance.

"There is interest in him from clubs in the Bundesliga and the Dutch Eredivisie.

"Celtic have also scouted him several times, that is true.

"But today, at this moment, we have no official offer from Celtic.

"Will Benjamin leave Dundee United in January?

"It depends on the financial situation at United.

"You would have to ask the club, it's difficult for me to say.

"If there was a chance to move to Celtic, then that would be a very good step for Benjamin.

"The other option is to sell him in the summer, but, if there is an opportunity in January that could be probable."

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