Celtic’s preparation for their crucial Scottish Cup quarter-final clash against Livingston at Celtic Park this Sunday has hit a significant snag.
Luis Palma, who would have been set to return to the starting XI due to Yang’s suspension, has emerged as a major doubt for the encounter, casting a shadow over who will get the nod. [Celtic Youtube]
Celtic eye a coveted spot in the semi-finals, but now they face the prospect without one of another one of their wingers.
The injury news concerning Palma leaves Celtic’s manager, Brendan Rodgers, with a conundrum on the flanks. With the Honduran international’s participation in jeopardy, the spotlight turns to the alternatives available within the squad. Among the potential replacements, the names of Kuhn and Forrest have been floated as viable options to step into the breach. Both players offer distinct attributes, but their inclusion would undoubtedly alter the dynamic of Celtic’s play.
Celtic’s Scottish Cup Options
Forrest, with his wealth of experience, could offer reliability and a direct attacking threat down the flank. His understanding of the tactical demands of Rodgers’ system and his ability to deliver in high-pressure situations might tip the scales in his favour for a starting berth. On the other hand, Kuhn represents a more unpredictable option, but he has yet to show much in a Celtic jersey.
As Sunday approaches, the Celtic support will be keen to find out who gets the nod, hoping their side can overcome this latest hurdle and progress in their quest for silverware. Considering they’re already missing their captain, any more injuries only disrupt the flow of the team more.
