Kristoffer Ajer expects to leave Celtic this summer

The Celtic defender says he is looking to move to a 'top five' league.

Kristoffer Ajer expects to leave Celtic this summer SNS Group

Celtic defender Kristoffer Ajer has revealed that he expects to leave the club this summer and aims to move to a bigger league.

The Norwegian centre-back has been at Celtic since 2016 and, after a loan spell with Kilmarnock, established himself as a first-choice pick over the past four seasons.

The 23-year-old has been linked with a move for some time, with Newcastle United among the teams reportedly interested.

Ajer told Norwegian outlet VG: “There are many rumours, and right now there are only rumours.

“It is clear that something will happen this summer. It is the best for both parties.”

The defender added: “(In terms of which) club, I do not want to go into anything.

“We’ll get to that later, but it’s a top-five league I aim for.”

He added: “I have gained good experience after playing almost 180 games for a top club like Celtic.

“I have experienced how football can be on good and bad days. So it has been a very good experience.”

STV News is now on WhatsApp

Get all the latest news from around the country

Follow STV News
Follow STV News on WhatsApp

Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country

WhatsApp channel QR Code