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Josh McCafferty

Kwon 'sounded out' by European club as Celtic's asking price revealed

Celtic's Kwon Hyeok-kyu has reportedly been 'sounded out' for a move to Austria Vienna. 

The central midfielder doesn't appear to have a long-term future at Parkhead. 

The South Korean joined the Scottish Premiership champions two years ago but has yet to register a senior competitive appearance. 

Now, according to a report from fussballeuropa, Austria Vienna have 'sounded out' Kwon for a transfer this summer. Celtic would 'not put any obstacles' in the way of a permanent deal, with their asking price said to be sitting at between €200,000 and €300,000.


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There is also believed to be 'considerable interest' from the Asian market in the midfielder. 

Kwon has had two loan spells away from Celtic during his time at the club, at St Mirren and Hibernian, respectively. He made a combined 31 appearances for both clubs.  

Now, he could depart Scotland two years after his move from Busan IPark in the South Korean second tier. 

Potential suitors Austria Vienna finished third in the Austrian Bundesliga last season, just three points behind eventual champions Sturm Graz. 

They have already signed one South Korean this summer, in the form of midfielder Kang-Hee Lee. Kwon could well be the next, if reports are to be believed. 

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