Celtic have reportedly renewed their interest in Hellas Verona striker Kieron Bowie following the Italian sideโs relegation from Serie A.
The 23-year-old joined Verona from Hibernian in a ยฃ6 million deal during the January transfer window and made an immediate impact, scoring four goals in 14 appearances. Among those goals were impressive strikes against Italian heavyweights Juventus and Inter Milan.
Despite Bowieโs contributions, Verona were unable to avoid the drop to Serie B, with the club now expected to cash in on several players this summer.
According to reports from Italy, Celtic have already made initial enquiries about the former Hibs forward, having tracked him before his move abroad earlier this year. Tuttomercatoweb claims discussions are still at an early stage, but the situation could develop as the transfer window progresses.
The Scottish champions may face competition for Bowieโs signature, however, with interest also believed to be coming from Serie A clubs. Bologna have previously been linked with the striker.
Bowie scored 15 goals during his time at Hibs and had already found the net eight times last season before completing his move to Verona. His first campaign at Easter Road was disrupted by injury, but he quickly established himself as a key player once fit.