Celtic star could be denied international debut by red tape

Camilo Duran has not yet been able to join his Colombia team-mates due to red tape <i>(Image: Shutterstock)</i>
Camilo Duran has not yet been able to join his Colombia team-mates due to red tape (Image: Shutterstock)
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Celtic star Camilo Duran could see his international debut for Colombia delayed after he was caught up in red tape, their manager Nestor Lorenzo has revealed.

The Hoops hitman was called up for his national team for the first time for their friendly games in the USA against Mexico, Paraguay and Peru.

But despite Colombia meeting up at the start of the week, Duran has been delayed in his arrival in the USA because of administrative paperwork.

And Lorenzo is hoping they will resolve the matter ahead of their game tomorrow against the Mexicans in Baltimore.

He said: "Camilo Duran has not yet been able to join up with the squad, unfortunately.


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"The reason is related to the paperwork for obtaining his visa and passport necessary for his travel.

"I am hopeful the issue will be resolved in time for our first game and, if not then, for the other games in the international schedule.

"Camilo is a very useful player to have in the squad because he can be used on both wings, but he is also a finisher and can be used as a No.9 too.

"So he will be a versatile option for us to have."

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