Celtic join Sweeney chase

Last updated : 20 February 2005 By Charlie Roper
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Peter Sweeney
According to reports from across the border, Celtic have joined the chase for Millwall youngster Peter Sweeney.

The Scotland U-21 midfielder has been attracting attention from a host of clubs, including Southampton and Charlton Athletic, after his displays in last season's FA Cup run. And with manager Dennis Wise being told that he has to sell before he can buy, Sweeney could well be on his way.

The news will baffle some Lions supporters, who fill that the youngster hasn't lived up to his early promise, but with new UEFA restrictions fast approaching, Celtic are looking to snap up a number of Scottish prospects with a view to grooming them for the future.

However, Charlton's Alan Curbishley also has designs on the play and admitted last week that he may try to buy outside of the transfer window in order to secure the services of the player next season.