Samaras set for SPL switch

Samaras: Keen on Scotland move

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Manchester City striker Georgios Samaras would be 'happy' to have the opportunity to play regularly as he is lined up for a move to Celtic.

Samaras appears likely to follow the lead of Rolando Bianchi in leaving City after the Italian joined Lazio last week on loan with a view to a permanent deal.

Greece international Samaras has made just five Premier League appearances this season and has struggled to make an impact at City since a £6million move from Heerenveen two years ago.

Birmingham City recently pulled the plug on a proposed deal, but he could now head to the SPL with Celtic and Rangers holding an interest.

But while Samaras admits he would be tempted by a move to Ibrox, reports suggest he will be joining Old Firm rivals Celtic before the close of the transfer window.

Very interesting

He told the Daily Record: "At this moment I need to find somewhere to play football. I have the European Championship this summer and I need to play games before then.

"I would be happy to go to Scotland. I would not have any problem with leaving the Premiership - playing football is the main thing for me.

"I would have the chance of European football with Rangers and that is also very interesting. But it would be a loan. I'm not looking for a full-time move."