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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Blair Meikle

Celtic confirm 'Como Cup' plans as pre-season starts to take shape

Celtic have confirmed they will take part in the Como Cup during pre-season alongside the hosts, Ajax and Al-Alhi.

The Hoops earlier teased they would be playing 'Football on the lake' and have now confirmed they were talking about the pre-season tournament hosted by the Serie A side, managed by Cesc Fabregas.

The dates for this are July 23-27 and more information around it will be released soon.

Brendan Rodgers' team are already set to face Cork City and Newcastle United in July friendlies.

They could come up against former loanee Alex Valle in Italy after he completed a permanent transfer to Como from Barcelona.


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The left-back ended his Hoops loan early to head for Serie A in January and has now made that switch permanent.

Valle said on the club's website: "It’s been a great six months.

"I’ve settled in really well and I’m very happy here.

"Obviously, the prospect of continuing here in Como fills me with joy and pride.

"I can’t wait to start next season and give my all for this club."

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