Celtic return to Scottish Premiership action this week as they face a tricky trip to Tannadice to face Dundee United (kick-off: 12pm).
Brendan Rodgers’ team enter the fixture unbeaten domestically and on the back of another trophy win after last weekend’s breath-taking shootout victory over rivals Rangers in the Premier Sports Cup.
As for hosts Dundee United, they return to Tannadice looking to bounce back after last weekend’s 4-3 defeat at Motherwell. A brace from Sam Dalby and a goal from Louis Moult wasn’t enough to secure any point at Fir Park, with Jim Goodwin’s side falling to fifth in the table.
Celtic could be without a trio of players for the game, with Odim Thiago Holm and Alistair Johnston both doubtful for the clash, while James Forrest has been ruled out for six weeks after picking up an injury in last weekend’s win against Rangers. Will Rodgers’ opt to make numerous changes ahead of a packed Christmas schedule? Or will he keep faith with the team that started in last week’s Old Firm?
The Scotsman predict the Celtic starting XI for their Scottish Premiership clash at Tannadice, using live photos from today’s training session.
5. LB: Alex Valle
Rumours circulated this week that Celtic are looking to make the Spanish youngster's move permanent, while they are also exploring a deal for Kieran Tierney. After Greg Taylor's underpar performance last week, we expect Valle to return to the starting XI. | SNS Group
6. CM: Callum McGregor
When he's fit, he starts - it is as simple as that for the Celtic captain, who will lead his team out at Tannadice. | SNS Group
7. CM: Luke McCowan
Cruelly missed out on a spot in the Premier Sports Cup final due to being cup-tied last weekend. Has been in impressive form, so will be expected to start against Dundee United. | SNS Group
8. CM: Arne Engels
Celtic's record buy has been forced to make an impact from the bench in recent weeks, but the clash against Dundee United feels like the perfect time to reintroduce him to the starting XI. | SNS Group