EDOUARD TARGETS OLYMPICS
ODSONNE EDOUARD could be ruled out of Celtic’s European qualifiers next summer due to the 2020 Olympics.
The on-fire Hoops striker has rocketed into the French plans after a blistering blast of four goals in two games for the Under-21 side over the past five days. Edouard has cemented his position
FROM BACK PAGE within coach Sylvain Ripoli’s set-up and has a huge shout of being involved in the Japan showpiece next year.
France qualified for next summer’s tournament due to their efforts at the Under-21 Euros and matches are set to coincide with Celtic’s games in either the Champions League or Europa League.
With the Olympic event starting on July 22 and ending on August 9, Edouard could miss key contests in qualification.
The Celtic ace has been sensational in his first two appearances for the Under-21s and said: “This is a great source of satisfaction and pride. It is always important to score goals as an attacker.
“For my first two games, this can only mean good things for what’s up next.
“My aim is to play in as many matches as possible. And to have a place as a starter and a leader in the squad. “But it is up to me to prove on the pitch that I deserve it.
“I am thinking about it (the Olympic Games) but we are still far away from that.”
Edouard had to leave PSG to make his mark and has blossomed at Parkhead.
Speaking to Canal Plus, he said: “Things are working well with Celtic but it is down to work. I give everything.”