Celtic star returns early from international duty as injury fears eased ahead of Motherwell clash

Hassan returns early from Egypt duty to prepare for Motherwell; medical staff cleared him to skip Sunday's friendly.

Celtic winger Haissem Hassan will skip Egypt's friendly against South Africa on Sunday and return to Glasgow early, with medical staff clearing him to do so. The 24-year-old, who joined Celtic from Real Oviedo for £6m (rising to £9m with add-ons) in the summer, featured in Egypt's recent Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers but will be rested ahead of Celtic's clash with Motherwell next Sunday. Hassan has shown glimpses of his potential at Parkhead since arriving but is still building match fitness.