Former Bournemouth transfer guru David Webb believes Eddie Howe will give Celtic real consideration if he is asked to be the club's next manager.
And Webb himself admits he would also be keen to hear from the Premiership champions in regards to their ongoing search for a new director of football.
Howe has been linked with a host of jobs in English football but is also among the bookies' favourites for the vacancy at Parkhead.
Webb - who worked with the 43-year-old during their time together at Bournemouth - believes Celtic could be a fit in terms of European pedigree, ambition and suitability.
Speaking to the Glasgow Times, he said: "With Ed it's always about the project and not necessarily the club or size of the club.
"When he was at Bournemouth he was linked with loads of roles, clubs considered higher than Bournemouth, but he wasn't quick to jump.
"He will take his time on the right project so if he feels Celtic are that club and can fit in the values that he has, potentially yes (he'd be interested).
"I think Celtic are going to be a club that would be of interest to most managers. They want to win things and, historically, they're very successful. They maintain European status every year so they'll have a certain appeal.
"Then you would look at club ambition, manager suitability. Eddie is all about the project rather than a big-named club.
"He's very loyal so if he's committed to a project, he's committed to a project. He won't be looking for a quick-fix, it will be a long project where he can build longevity and success."
Whoever succeeds Neil Lennon will likely work alongside a new director of football and incoming chief executive Dominic McKay.
And Webb - who has also spent time with Huddersfield and Tottenham - admits the chance to speak with the Premiership champions is something he would consider.
He added: "I think so.
"Given their historical success and how they want to build from their academy and build a long-term strategy for the club and still maintain success by winning leagues and cups, and Europe, that would definitely appeal to me.
"You could have someone like myself whose skillset could affect a number of positive areas like recruitment, vision. It's something that is appealing."
