Celtic have reportedly reignited their interest in Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

The Scottish giants are understood to have shortlisted the Slovak last summer during Euro 2024. Signed by Rafa Benitez in 2018, Dubravka has made almost 200 appearances for the Magpies.

He was integral to Newcastle staying in the Premier League under Benitez and Steve Bruce but Eddie Howe replaced him with Nick Pope eight months into his tenure. Recurring injuries to Pope afforded Dubravka more game time - and he took his chance with both hands earlier this season.

The 36-year-old’s return coincided with a nine-game winning run that helped transform Newcastle’s campaign. Dubravka also played - and kept clean sheets - in both Carabao Cup semi-final wins over Arsenal.

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In the away leg, emotional scenes unfolded at full-time as the goalie appeared to gesture farewell to the 6,000 travelling supporters. This came amid speculation that Dubravka was set to secure a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.

As it happened, the shot-stopper penned a fresh contract with Newcastle on improved terms. But he was ruthlessly axed for Pope just days later following the 4-0 drubbing at Manchester City.

Many questioned this decision and believed Dubravka undeservedly lost his place before the Wembley triumph over Liverpool. Ultimately, Howe was proven right, with the Magpies ending their 70-year domestic trophy drought and now firmly on course for Champions League qualification.

Various sources now indicate that Celtic could renew their pursuit after failing to land Dubravka last year. Kasper Schmeichel is the current No.1 at Parkhead but is sidelined with a shoulder injury.

Two goalkeepers with a wealth of Premier League experience would create an interesting dynamic for Brendan Rodgers next season. It is unclear whether Dubravka can leave for nothing as Newcastle did not disclose his contract length when he penned the fresh deal in February.

Eddie Howe had ‘difficult’ conversation with Martin Dubravka

Howe admitted to holding an awkward chat with Dubravka before axing him from the team. His only appearance since the Premier League defeat at the Etihad was the 2-1 FA Cup loss to Brighton last month.

“Yes, of course, I had a conversation with Martin,” Howe said about the goalkeeper dilemma. “I think it's always difficult because every player wants to play and I have many difficult conversations with many players on a regular basis and that's part of my job. But Martin's a top professional and he'll respond in the right way.”

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