Scottish player of the year Emilio Izaguirre is said to be the subject of interest from French clubs Paris St-Germain and Bordeaux.
In an interview published by French website sport.fr, Izaguirre is quoted as saying that he is aware of interest from several clubs, including PSG and Bordeaux and that although he is happy at Celtic, the prospect of playing in Ligue 1 is “an interesting challenge”.
“I know that observers from the PSG and Bordeaux came to see me several times,” Izaguirre is quoted as saying.
“I know that Ligue 1 is a top level championship. To come and play in the championship of France could be a very interesting challenge.”
The left-back reflected on his first season in Scotland, saying how much he had enjoyed the experience and thanking Celtic for handing him an opportunity. He added: I feel I have come a long way since my arrival here. The staff is very good and my teammates really helped me settle quickly.”
However, the Honduran said that he was aware that he had raised his profile and was being monitored by other clubs.
“English clubs, Spanish, German, Portuguese and French among others came to see my matches with Celtic,” he revealed. “Despite the talk, I'm not yet decided on my future.
“I can stay at Celtic, or leave, the final decision would have to please everyone. I know that clubs like Liverpool and Villarreal are interested, I'm flattered to be observed by the clubs of this size.”
Izaguirre joined Celtic from Honduran club Motagua last summer and is under contract at Parkhead until the summer of 2014. At the end of the SPL season he travelled back to Honduras to join his national team for the Gold Cup but a torn tendon ruled him out of the competition. Celtic have allowed him to remain in his homeland to receive treatment on the injury but he is expected to return for the beginning of the new season.