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Celtic Urged to Retain Greg Taylor as Contract Talks Continue

As the summer transfer window draws closer, Celtic is facing a crucial decision regarding the future of left-back Greg Taylor. The 27-year-old’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and despite manager Brendan Rodgers’ desire to retain him, Taylor has yet to commit to a new deal.

The situation has sparked concern among Celtic fans, with many fearing that Taylor’s departure could lead to a significant void in the team’s defense. Former Celtic midfielder Stephen McGinn has added his voice to the debate, urging the club to do everything in its power to keep Taylor at Parkhead.

McGinn’s comments come amid speculation that Taylor has signed a pre-contract agreement with Dinamo Zagreb. However, sources in Croatia have refuted these claims, leaving the door open for Celtic to persuade Taylor to stay.

“Reports in the last couple of days suggested that he had signed a contract with Dinamo Zagreb,” McGinn said. “Listening to Brendan Rodgers there, probably more confident that there is still a chance he could be a Celtic player next season. I would be really disappointed if he was to leave Celtic.”

McGinn’s sentiments are shared by many Celtic fans, who recognize the importance of Taylor’s contributions to the team. The left-back has been a regular starter for Celtic, and his departure would undoubtedly be a significant blow.

“What Brendan touched upon as well. Celtic have signed a lot of left-backs, for all different fees, permanent and loans. None of them have been able to replace Greg Taylor,” McGinn noted. “Kieran Tierney is an unbelievable signing, if he stays fit. But I don’t think Kieran Tierney is going to come in and just play 60 games off the bat.”

As the negotiations between Taylor and Celtic continue, McGinn has urged the club to prioritize the player’s retention. The former Celtic midfielder believes that Taylor’s value to the team cannot be overstated and that his departure would be a significant loss.

“If Greg Taylor were to leave, Celtic would have to go and buy a left-back,” McGinn said. “It’s a tricky position as Celtic have shown. It’s not easy to get someone in. It’s not easy to get an improvement on Greg Taylor. I can’t imagine they are £20k-a-week apart. It’s maybe £5-7k apart.”

McGinn’s comments highlight the complexity of the situation and the need for Celtic to find a solution that satisfies both the club and the player. As the summer transfer window approaches, Celtic fans will be eagerly awaiting news of Taylor’s future, hoping that the club can persuade him to stay.

In the meantime, McGinn has offered some words of advice to Taylor, urging him to consider the bigger picture and the benefits of remaining at Celtic. The former Celtic midfielder believes that Taylor’s decision will have a significant impact on his career and that he should carefully weigh his options before making a decision.

“For him, there is nowhere he is going to find where the grass isn’t greener,” McGinn said. “He isn’t going to find a better place to play football than Celtic.”