Joe Ledley is telling friends in Wales that he has agreed to sign for Celtic. As has been reported on Wales Online, Ledley has opted for Celtic ahead of moves to Stoke and despite interest from Liverpool. We understand that Ledley was impressed by the pitch Neil Lennon made to him and "felt wanted" by Celtic. Ledley has been a prime target for the club since it became clear that Neil Lennon was to be appointed manager. Joe Ledley should complete a medical within the next couple of hours and, barring anything unusual, we have been told to expect a press conference tomorrow morning. Ledley's friends say that he is now effectively a Celtic player.

We hear that the contract is for four years with a further year option with a salary comparable with our star players. We have also been told to "expect a busy few days" by our usual sources.

As always more when we know it.