As reported in an exclusive by AfricanFootball.com, Celtic have made a bid to sign Nigerian teenager Henry Onyekuru from Belgian side Eupen.

What's the story?

Moussa Dembele and Leigh Griffiths have both been in red hot form for Celtic this season but beyond those two the Bhoys have little attacking depth in the squad. Rodgers is addressing that problem according to these latest reoprts.

African Football say that German, Russian and Turkish teams have all been looking at striker Henry Onyekuru but Celtic are the team that have made a bid to Eupen this January.

The report seems to have substance given they have direct quotes from the player himself.

Quoted by the website, Onyekuru said:

"Celtic are interested in me and they have tabled an official bid for me. There are discussions between the clubs and my agent. I believe everything will be sorted out soon."

Sounds to us like this deal could be a goer. If it happens, the striker would be Rodgers second signing already in the January transfer window after the arrival of Kouassi Eboue.

Good enough for Celtic?

Onyekuru is hardly a household name across Europe but he seems to be doing the business for Belgian side Eupen this season. He's banged in 12 goals in 24 appearances for the side this season, not bad considering the team have been battling against relegation this term.

As noted, Celtic have little depth beyond Griffiths and Dembele in the striking department. Only Nadir Ciftci is a recognised striker in terms of first team squad members and he's not shown anything to suggest he is good enough to feature regularly for the Bhoys.

A move for the likes of Onyekuru makes sense. Not only does he seem to have the ability to knock a few goals in, but he's still young and can be happy with developing under Rodgers and his coaching staff without necessarily expect a lot of playing time immediately.

That could suit both Celtic and the player, making this potential move an exciting one for Hoops fans.

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