CELTIC are pursuing a loan move for talented Brazilian midfielder Vinicius Souza, according to a report. 

The 22-year-old is partly owned by the worldwide renowned City Football Group - the organisation behind Manchester City.

Souza is contracted to Belgian outfit Lommel SK, which is owned by the group.

He spent last season on loan at KV Mechelen where he impressed making over 30 appearances in all competitions.

And the Daily Mail say that Celtic are a number of clubs who have declared interest in the midfielder.

Other sides who are keen are said to include Bologna, Club Brugge and Fenerbache.

Poestcoglou was formerly part of the City Group, along with the club's head of recruitment Mark Lawwell.

Midfielders are certainly on the summer wish list for the Scottish champions, having released Tom Rogic and Nir Bitton at the end of last term.

The Mail also say that Kevin N'Doram from Metz is also on the Hoops' radar.