Celtic are reportedly poised to sign Republic of Ireland youth international Darren McCauley.
McCauley had attracted interest from Blackburn Rovers and Ipswich Town, but Celtic look set to land the Derry City midfielder according to skysports.com.
The two clubs must still hammer out a transfer fee for the teenager.
Meanwhile, the big freeze has claimed two Active Nation Scottish Cup fourth round ties three days before the matches were due to be played, including Celtic’s tie.
The Hoops' match at Morton was the first to fall after Cappielow failed a pitch inspection.
That was followed this afternoon by Kilmarnock's all-Clydesdale Bank Premier League clash with Falkirk, which was postponed over safety concerns.