Mathias Kvistgaarden is Celtic transfer ‘target’ as Brendan Rodgers plots Scandinavian striker raid

The Danish Under 21 striker has emerged as a transfer target with the champions in

Celtic are considering a move for Danish striker Mathias Kvistgaarden.

Brendan Rodgers wants another attacker added to his squad before the transfer window shuts this month and Kvistgaarden has emerged as a target, reports the Scottish Sun. The Danish Under 21 international is currently with Brondby and scored ten goals in 37 games for the Superliga club last season. This term, he has one goal and a couple of assists to his name.

A fee would be required to last Kvistgaarden, who recently penned a contract extension back in March to commit himself to Brondby until 2027. However, an approach from the Scottish champions could tempt him into moving, especially with the prospect of Champions League football on offer. He would be the second Scandinavian capture of this window for Rodgers, who signed Swedish centre back Gustaf Lagerbielke from Elfsborg, and he is line to make his debut away to Kilmarnock in the Viaplay Cup on Sunday.

Kvistgaarden is a teammate of current Celtic star Matt O’Riley. The pair play for the national Under 21 side together and the midfielder could play a key role in persuading his compatriot to make the move to Glasgow.