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title: "Celtic: Campbell reacts to Hoops’ Ryan links"
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author: "Charlie Smith"
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published: "2021-06-23T20:40:34Z"
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# Celtic: Campbell reacts to Hoops’ Ryan links

**[Football Insider pundit Kevin Campbell](https://www.footballinsider247.com/campbell-delivers-bold-verdict-on-arsenal-beating-celtic/) has been having his say on Celtic and Arsenal’s interest in goalkeeper Mat Ryan.**

### The Lowdown: Celtic readying contract

Reports from [Football Insider](https://www.footballinsider247.com/arsenal-celtic-ryan-talks-price/) last week suggested that the Hoops are hoping to beat the Gunners in the race for the Brighton ‘keeper.

Ange Postecoglou’s appointment as Celtic boss provided a twist that could work in the Hoops’ favour, with the Scottish giants putting together a contract package.

The Seagulls are happy for Ryan to leave this summer, and Celtic have already picked out a [specific shirt number](https://www.footballinsider247.com/arsenal-celtic-ryan-talks-price/) – one.

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### The Latest: Campbell reacts

The 51-year-old, [formerly of Arsenal](https://www.arsenal.com/historic/players/kevin-campbell), was [asked](https://www.footballinsider247.com/campbell-delivers-bold-verdict-on-arsenal-beating-celtic/) if Ryan would be a welcome addition in Glasgow.

Campbell appeared desperate for his former side to win the race for the shot-stopper, who he described as ‘quality’.

> “No, no, no, he’s coming to Arsenal.
>
> “Of course, he would be a great signing for Celtic because he is a quality, reliable goalkeeper.
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> “I think Arsenal seriously need him and will go the extra mile to get him.
>
> “They need to keep him because he has proven he can do the business. Beggars cannot be choosers at Arsenal, let me tell you.
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> “Arsenal have struggled in that department for some time. Ryan is a player that they have to get this summer.”

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### The Verdict: It could be a real coup

It seems as if Campbell would be upset if Celtic pipped Arsenal for Ryan’s services, so that just shows it could be a real coup for Postecoglou and the Hoops.

[Vasilis Barkas](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/vasilis-barkas/leistungsdaten/spieler/248658), [Scott Bain](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/scott-bain/leistungsdaten/spieler/85627) and [Conor Hazard](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/conor-hazard/leistungsdaten/spieler/322770/plus/0?saison=2020) all failed to make themselves first choice after receiving chances last season, so a new goalkeeper could be a priority for Postecoglou.

He knows Ryan well during his time as Australia manager, making the 29-year-old his number one at the [2014 World Cup and 2015 Asia Cup](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11787/12331006/mat-ryan-celtic-considering-move-for-brighton-goalkeeper), so bringing him to Scotland could help the 55-year-old put together a solid defensive base with an experienced player he already trusts.

***In other news: ‘Have made a bid’ – Reliable reporter drops transfer development involving Celtic, find out more [here](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/celtic-news/celtic-leeds-make-matthew-anderson-bid/).***