Lennon rules out Hooper sale
January 14, 2012 08:29:15 UK
Celtic manager Neil Lennon is determined to keep hold of striker Gary Hooper, despite continued interest in the goal-getter from Southampton.
Striker Gary Hooper is much in demand due to his goals for Celtic.The 23-year-old has been a big hit with the Bhoys since his arrival from Scunthorpe United in the summer of 2010, scoring 31 goals in 47 SPL appearances.
However, Hooper's former Iron boss Nigel Adkins is keen on taking Hooper back to England, with his current Southampton side challenging for promotion back to the Premier League.
"There has been another enquiry for Hooper this week, but the valuation of that club and our valuation is some way off," Hooper confirmed.
"I've no idea if Southampton will come back in, but they will get the same answer - that he's not for sale.
"Goalscorers are priceless. If you look at Gary's record in his time here, he's got a goal in every one-and-a-half games."
He's not for sale. Goalscorers are priceless.
Neil Lennon
Hooper has netted 15 goals in all competitions so far this term, but has failed to find the net in any of his last three outings.
The Bhoys are at home to Dundee United on Saturday afternoon and are 1.30 to win the game, 6.00 to win by a 2-0 margin, while Hooper is 3.75 to open the scoring.
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