Galatasaray set to table bid for Celtic centre-back Dedryck Boyata after loaning their first-choice defender Maicon out to Al Hilal.

A report close to Galatasaray has revealed to Turkish-Football.com that the club are lining up a bid to sign Boyatta on a permanent deal.

Maicon has joined the Saudi Arabian side on a season-long loan for £2.5 million,

The Lions now have money to spend after selling Bafetemi Gomis and loaning Maicon out.

Per the source, Gala boss Fatih Terim has made the signing of a centre-back a top priority and Boyata tops the experienced tacticians transfer shortlist.

Galatasaray currently have just one senior centre-back in their squad.

Meanwhile, Spanish outlet Marca have linked Sevilla with a £10m move for Boyatta.

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The 27-year-old could end up leaving the club for free next summer after entering the 12 months of his contract.

Celtic are back in acton this weekend when they take on Hamilton in the Scottish Premiership.