Alfie Doughty will not sign a new contract at Charlton Athletic. The Celtic target is the subject of a bid from Stoke City meaning that the Scottish Champions will need to act soon if they are to secure the player on a deal.
Doughty is, of course, available to sign a free contract with Celtic this month but Sky Sports’ Anthony Joseph has confirmed that the player will be leaving The Addicks with Stoke City pursuing the versatile left back this month. Michael O’Neill’s side are unable to sign him on a pre-contract so this may suit Lee Bowyer but Neil Lennon will not want to miss out on the talented youngster.
Charlton Athletic boss Lee Bowyer has revealed that Alfie Doughty’s agent told the club that his client will not be signing a new contract.
Stoke City have made a bid for the player.
— Anthony Joseph (@AnthonyRJoseph) January 6, 2021
Celtic made a number of bids during the summer transfer window but opted against paying over the odds for the talented youngster. Instead, they signed Diego Laxalt on loan from AC Milan as a replacement for Bolingoli with the Uruguayan impressing. Doughty can play in attack and defence and would almost be like a Jonny Hayes type signing, high energy and versatility.
Celtic may see the left side depleted with Elyounoussi and Laxalt’s loan deals concluding in the summer. However, there is the 10IAR question that needs entered before any recruitment for next season is considered.
