Celtic star Tom Rogic could still quit Parkhead this summer, according to former Hoops striker Scott McDonald.
The Australian, who has been on the books at the club since 2013, struggled with injuries last term and was limited mostly to cameo appearances off the bench.
After failing to nail down a spot in Neil Lennon's starting XI this season Rogic has been the subject of increased speculation.
Reports stated that the Aussie frontman knocked back a move to Qatar, but fellow countryman McDonald admits he wouldn't be surprised if Rogic still made a move.
Speaking to The Scottish Sun, he said: “I’m surprised Celtic are allowing Tom Rogic to leave, because he’s got such experience.
“There’s no question he’s still a quality player, but he needs to fit into the right kind of system, and I don’t think Neil Lennon’s playing that system.
“There will be no one more frustrated than Rogic himself. He’s been at Celtic for seven years now and had some great success.
“He was one of the key players in that Invincible Treble year and beyond that through Brendan Rodgers’ tenure.
“For Tom, he’s only going to go to the likes of Qatar if it’s ridiculous money on offer.
“I can understand why he turned it down and demanded the type of figure he’s asking to go to Qatar, because essentially it’s the end-game in terms of his European career.
“He wants to make sure it’s a move that will set him up financially for the rest of his days, because he’s giving up a lot to go and do it.
“There’s no club quite like Celtic and once you leave you realise that.
“You can go to other clubs, but you will certainly miss Celtic Park. The sacrifice has to be worth it.
“I still think there’s time for this move to happen though, it’s not dead in the water.
“These Middle East clubs can always come back with a bigger offer, so it’s watch this space.”
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