Celtic and Rangers transfer target faced with ‘potentially life-changing decision’ as record fee mentioned
Celtic and Rangers target Kieron Bowie is the subject of hefty interest this transfer window
Celtic and Rangers are up against stiff competition for the signature of transfer target Kieron Bowie this window. Both Glasgow clubs are linked with the Hibs star but an overseas offer could blow them out the water.
Bowie is attracting attention from within Scottish football and beyond. Serie A side Hellas Verona are in hot pursuit of the centre-forward and it doesn’t seem like they are willing to give up on him easy.
Hibs have rejected an offer from the Italians but they are already back with an improved bid that could be hard to turn down.
Hibs receive improved offer for Celtic and Rangers star Kieron Bowie
According to our sister site the Edinburgh Evening News, Hellas Verona have tabled a ‘potentially life-changing decision’ for Bowie as their offer to Hibs has now increased to £6 million, including add-ons.
I Gialloblu saw a previous £4 million bid rejected and they could well spark a bidding war for Bowie’s signature as the Hibees prepare to make significant profit on the player they signed for £600,000 at the start of last season. The £6 million offer would be a new club record sale for Hibs, eclipsing the record set by Scott Brown’s £4.4 million move to Celtic.
While they are struggling in a Serie A relegation battle, Hellas Verona are seemingly willing to pay what it takes to sign players who they feel can save their season.
Bowie is also on the radar of Celtic, Rangers and Premier League side Wolves, as well as other clubs in Europe.
David Gray speaks on interest in Kieran Bowie
Hibs manager David Gray is not surprised his player is receiving interest from multiple clubs, including Scottish Premiership rivals Celtic and Rangers.
Speaking to the EEN, the coach said: “I think he's got the opportunity. I think he's got the right people around about him, and his feet are very much on the ground. I think that's the most important thing.
“You speak about why people are attracted to him. His profile, clearly. He can run. He’s left-sided. And he’s a physical player that can hold the ball up.
“So he has got a lot of things going for him. And I still think he's got a long way to go, which will come from his desire to keep pushing himself to be the best he can be all the time.
“I don't see that stopping, I think whatever happens moving forward, all he can do is concentrate on improving his game and putting in good performances for Hibs.”