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Simic sets sights on Celtic

07 Jun 2008 - 13:46:13

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AC Milan defender Dario Simic has revealed his interest in joining Celtic this summer.

The 32-year-old Croatia international is currently away at Euro 2008 but is hoping to secure a move to the SPL champions after the tournament.

Simic, who has also been linked with a move to Galatasaray, started just one Serie A game for Milan last season.

"Galatasaray want me to join them and Celtic want me too," he told the Daily Record.

"If I could choose there is no doubt I'd prefer to join Celtic.

"They are a big club with an amazing football culture and there is nothing more exciting than the prospect of playing in a Glasgow derby against Rangers.

"I am talking about the situation to Milan and hoping a move can take place.

"My desire is to play outside of Italy next season.

"I've been here a very long time with Inter and AC Milan and I want to taste a new league."