Celtic are in talks with Dundee United goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist over a summer move to Parkhead, according to reliable journalist Anthony Joseph.

The Lowdown: Hoops linked with move

The Hoops are likely to be in the market for a new 'keeper in the summer transfer window, following the departure of Vasilias Barkas on loan to FC Utrecht.

One player they have been linked with in the past is Siegrist, who enjoyed an impressive 2021/22 season for Dundee United, making 29 appearances in the Scottish Premiership.

The 30-year-old is out of contract this summer and will be available on a free transfer.

The Latest: Joseph makes positive claim

Taking to Twitter, Joseph simply provided a four-word update regarding Celtic's pursuit of the Swiss stopper:

"Benjamin Siegrist in talks."

The Verdict: Great competition for Hart

Joe Hart is expected to go into next season as Celtic's first-choice 'keeper, given his excellent displays last season, in which the 35-year-old rolled back the years and made 44 appearances.

Siegrist could arguably provide the veteran with his sternest competition yet between the sticks, however, as Ange Postecoglou looks to build a more formidable all-round squad.

If Hart shows signs of age next term, the Dundee United man could be a strong replacement, as the matches come thick and fast, both domestically and in Europe. Siegrist has been hailed as a 'big-game performer' by manager Tam Courts, which bodes well for the Hoops.

In other news, Kieran Devlin has dropped a Celtic transfer claim. Read more here.