Celtic are not pursuing a deal for Luzern midfielder Ardon Jashari in the January transfer window, according to Pete O'Rourke.

What's the word?

Celtic have been linked with a move for Jashari, who was in Switzerland's World Cup squad as they reached the knockout rounds in Qatar.

The defensive midfielder has made 17 appearances for Luzern this season, providing four assists, and the 20-year-old is now a coveted player with Eintracht Frankfurt also reportedly interested.

However, speaking exclusively to Football Fancast, O'Rourke has claimed that he is not a priority for Celtic in this window, but he could remain in their sights in the summer.

"I don't think it's a top priority for Ange Postecoglu's side this month in the transfer window, having already brought in Tomoki Iwata, the Japanese midfielder, so I don't think midfield is the key area of concern for Celtic right now," he stated.

"But again, it could be a player that might turn to the radar in the summer if he's still at Luzern l because there is interest from other clubs, I think across European clubs for his services.

A long-term signing

Celtic are already well stocked in midfield, but with Aaron Mooy and James McCarthy ageing, there is a case to bring in younger midfielders, and Jashari, who has been described as an "exciting" talent, could be a good move for the future.

He has already captained his side a lot this season, and would arrive as an internationally experienced midfielder despite his age.

Even if Celtic wait until the summer before doing a deal, he would not have to come in and make an immediate impact, but he can continue his development in Glasgow before eventually earning himself a place in the starting XI.