Celtic loan defender Julian Araujo has flown to Mexico for specialist treatment in a desperate bid to be fit for the World Cup.
The full back returned to parent club Bournemouth for treatment on a thigh injury after Hoops boss Martin O'Neill confirmed he would not be fit enough to play again for Celtic again this season.
It was expected the 24-year-old would miss the World Cup after his latest injury setback was revealed earlier this month.
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But Araujo still believes there is a chance he can make the tournament and has returned to Mexico for specialist treatment at the Mexican FA High Performance Centre with the aim of making Javier Aguirre's squad.
He will reportedly undergo intensive treatment and rehabilitation work this week so he can prove his fitness ahead of one of the host nation's squad announcement.
He made 13 appearances for Celtic and stated on his return to Bournemouth: "I'm truly grateful to Celtic Football Club for welcoming me from day one and making Glasgow feel like home.
"Wearing this badge and experiencing the passion, history, and energy of this club is something I'll carry with me forever."
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