The Scottish club Celtic has entered advanced negotiations with English midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to sign him during the current period in a free transfer deal, according to Sky Sports.

The Scottish club expressed great confidence in its ability to finalize the agreement with the 32-year-old player, as the talks between both parties are progressing positively, amid a clear desire to strengthen the midfield with a player who has extensive European experience.

Reports indicated that Oxlade-Chamberlain may undergo medical examinations in the next few hours if a final agreement is reached on the contract terms, paving the way for an official announcement of the deal soon.

The player is considered one of the well-known names in English football, having previously represented prominent clubs, most notably Arsenal and Liverpool, with his most recent experience being with the Turkish club Beşiktaş.