Celtic's €600k defender deal to be completed as Ange Postecoglou eyes 'a few more'

Celtic are set to sign defender Liam Scales before the close of the transfer window.

Liam Scales is set to join Celtic. (Photo by Harry Murphy/Getty Images)

The 23-year-old is a key target for the Parkhead side having impressed with Shamrock Rovers following his move from University College Dublin.

According to a report in his homeland, Scales will move to Celtic by the end of the month for a €600,000 upfront fee. There will also be additional add-ons as part of the deal.

Scales played for Shamrock in their 1-0 win over Drogheda United on Sunday as part of a back three.

The left-footed centre-back has reportedly attracted interest from England but Celtic have won the race for his signature as Ange Postecoglou looks to strengthen the squad.

Speaking after the 3-2 win over Hearts in the Premier Sports Cup, the Australian said: “I keep saying it, we need more players to support the ones we have.

“Hopefully, getting a few more players in will allow us to maintain the standard for 90 minutes.”