Celtic and West Ham United transfer targets agents 'very cautious' over rumours as he addresses future
The striker has also been the subject of interest from European giants Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund
Sought after Celtic transfer target Armando Gonzalez has been urged to proceed with caution where he makes his next move, with a number of potential suitors for the Mexican striker.
The 23-year old is enjoying the season of his life for Chivas de Guadalajara in Liga MX, where he’s notched 24 goals and two assists in his 32 appearances. His prolific record has grabbed the attention of clubs across Europe, including Celtic, West Ham United, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund. Gonzalez has also made six appearances for the Mexico National Team, where he plays alongside Celtic right back Julian Araujo. He is now eyeing a World Cup place in front of a home crowd.
Gonzalez has indicated that he’s open to a move in the summer and is hoping to play at the highest level. With so many clubs interested, his fee is reportedly eight-figures. As his contract with Chivas doesn’t expire until 2029, it’s now up to Celtic, West Ham and other potential suitors to take the initiative and fight for his services. However, the Mexico marksman isn’t looking too far ahead just yet.
Gonzalez acknowledges potential European switch
Responding to a question asking him about his thoughts on European interest, via Sports Witness, Gonzalez responded: “No, I try to focus on my day-to-day life. If it happens, I’d be very grateful; if not, I’ll work to make it happen. My father and my agents are very cautious about that and prefer not to fill my head with things, so I don’t get distracted.
“I’m very grateful for that. Yes, I would try (to move to Europe) because it’s a dream I have. But if it doesn’t happen, it’s no big deal; I’ll keep working. And if it does happen, I’ll be very grateful. It all depends on staying focused on the day-to-day.”
Hoops look to add depth in problem position
Daizen Maeda has been deployed as a striker in recent weeks even though he is more naturally a winger, while Kelechi Iheanacho has proved to be a goal scoring threat but is a fitness concern going forward. To add to this, loanee strikers Tomas Cvancara, Junior Adamu and Joel Mvuka will be returning to their parent clubs at the end of the season. On the other hand, in form Hoops man Johnny Kenny will come back from Bolton Wanderers after a successful spell in the English third tier.
Gonzalez would perhaps add some quality and number to the Celtic strike force. After Kyogo Furuhashi and Adam Idah both left the club in recent seasons, both have still yet to be replaced with a marquee number nine signing. Gonzalez isn’t bothered where he goes in Europe, as long as he’s still playing at the highest level. He continued: “I like them all (linked clubs). They’re leagues with a very high level where I’d like to play. It’s a dream I’ve had since I was a child: to play in Europe and keep growing.”
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