Celtic: George Campbell deal has never been more needed as Liam Scales issues shown again vs Hibernian

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Liam Scales struggled up against Owen Elding as Hibs’ focal point, and his performance should have provided the Celtic recruitment team with all the evidence they need to know that he should be replaced this summer. VISIT THE CELTIC TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Liam Scales endures torrid afternoon in the duelsThe Celtic backline enjoyed a relatively quiet afternoon at Easter Road, as Jamie McGrath’s red card turned the game into something of an attack versus defence exercise.

StatsScales TotalsAccurate Passes108/112 (96%)Defensive Contributions3Tackles–Clearances 3Duels Won0/5 (0%)Scales’ stats in Celtic’s win vs Hibernian, as per Fotmob.The Irishman failed to win any of his four aerial duels during the game, and his inability to deal with the hosts’ physicality at the top of the pitch could easily have led to far greater issues had they had 11 men in the action. Scales’ performances have prompted plenty of criticism this season, and with CeltsAreHere revealing the Bhoys’ interest in Campbell, that should be a deal that the Bhoys are looking to do.It has become increasingly clear in recent weeks that Scales cannot remain a first-choice option at the back if Celtic are to improve as a side next term.

Campbell has impressed during his first season in England, and the potential to step up to European level with Celtic may be a jump that he is ready to make. The links for him to move to Celtic Park are certainly timely after Scales’ latest display, which has proved yet again that a new starting centre-back is definitely needed.Celtic escape amid huge refereeing blunderCeltic fought hard for their victory on Sunday, as Kelechi Iheanacho netted a late winner to finally see the Bhoys past their 10-man opposition.