Johansen set to leave Celtic this summer

Celtic midfielder Stefan Johansen look set to become the first player to exit the club this summer.

According to a report from the Daily Mail, the 24-year-old Norwegian international could move on this summer for a fresh challenge, with clubs from the Bundesliga in Germany showing an interest.

With just 12-moths remaining on his deal, Celtic could be set to cash in on the midfielder signed in January 2014 from Stromsgodset by Neil Lennon.

In recent weeks, his performances have improved but still haven’t reached the heights of last season on a consistent basis.

This season he has made 37 appearances, scoring four goals and assisting on eight occasions – with his last league goal coming on Flag Day against Ross County.

His two assists against Malmo in a crucial playoff tie were quickly forgotten about as he put in under par performances time and time again.

He has also underperformed In his national team colours and took plenty of flack from the Norwegian media after they failed to secure a place in Euro 2016 this summer in a playoff against Hungary.

Johansen was given time off to recover after he admitted to suffering from a back injury, but he still hasn’t quite reached the standards he set last year when he scored 10 goals and added 13 assists.

With Ronny Deila set to depart the club this summer, there will likely be a number of players leaving the club to cut the squad numbers down for the incoming manager.