Celtic ace Karamoko Dembele has been named in a 21-man squad for the trip to Aberdeen this evening, Football Scotland report.
The Lowdown: Out all season
Labelled as ‘special’ by former boss Neil Lennon, Dembele hasn’t made a competitive appearance under Ange Postecoglou this season. He injured his ankle in the club’s pre-season tour of Wales and underwent surgery back in October following complications.
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Celtic correspondent Kieran Devlin suggested in December that the winger may have broken a bone in his ankle despite initial reports suggesting that it may not be quite that bad. However, there now seems to be light at the end of the tunnel for Dembele as he seems to be over his long-term problems.
The Latest: Squad inclusion
As reported by Football Scotland’s Mark Hendry, Dembele has been named in a 21-man squad for the trip to Pittodrie.
The report adds Dembele could be pushing for a return following his long-term injury.
The Verdict: Good news
Dembele is actually out of contract at the end of the season, so his return should allow Postecoglou to have a good look at him over the coming months.
Who knows, Dembele may already have his sights set on a move away, but returning to full fitness can only be good news for the Celtic manager to assess the teenager in the second half of the season.
He was linked with French sides Lille and Nantes 12 months ago, and if he doesn’t feature at Pittodrie, Dembele may well get the chance to play for the first time this season on Sunday in a Scottish Cup clash against second-tier side Raith Rovers.
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