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Man Utd transfer news: Top target Kieran Tierney asked about Celtic exit
MANCHESTER UNITED target Kieran Tierney has dismissed talk of him leaving Celtic this summer after being asked about his future.
Man Utd are keen to sign Kieran Tierney from Celtic
Tierney, 20, is one of a number of players Manchester United are looking at as Jose Mourinho seeks to bolster his defensive ranks.
Celtic are likely to contest any interest in their young left-back but may struggle to fend off the financial muscle of United.
But the Scotland international is wary about discussing his future.
When asked about his plans for the summer, Tierney told the Times: “I’m not thinking about anyone other than Celtic just now.
“I’m enjoying my career here.
Celtic would likely demand a hefty transfer fee for Kieran Tierney
Kieran Tierney boasts nine Scotland caps
I’m enjoying my career here
“I’ve just signed a six-year deal, so if that doesn’t say long-term, I don’t know what does.”
Tierney is contracted to Celtic until 2023, meaning Celtic will likely demand a hefty transfer fee from United before allowing him to leave.
The Hoops’ record transfer fee received was £12.5million earned from Victor Wanyama’s sale to Southampton in 2013.
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Celtic are thought to have knocked back sizeable offers from Premier League clubs for star striker Moussa Dembele last year.
Tierney has played 50 games for Celtic this season, helping them to the top of the Premiership and into the Scottish Cup final.
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