Camilo Duran 'holds all the cards' as 'big problem' emerges at Celtic

Duran's strong form (11 goals, 5 assists in 18 games) is outshining club-record signing Kasper Hogh, creating selection tension despite playing out of position on the wing.

Celtic striker Camilo Duran has impressed since his summer arrival from Qarabag, scoring 11 goals and providing 5 assists in 18 games across all competitions. However, he is being deployed on the right wing rather than his natural central striking position, with club-record £11m signing Kasper Hogh occupying the main striker role.

Former Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness told Football Insider that Duran's form means he "holds all the cards" in selection decisions at Celtic. Hogh has managed only seven goal involvements this season and hasn't scored since August, leading Wyness to describe the situation as "the big problem" — the £6m Duran is outperforming the more expensive Hogh.

Wyness believes the pair need to form a partnership, but acknowledged that while Duran's performances remain strong and the fans adore him, Celtic's position four points clear at the top means there is no immediate pressure to resolve the issue. Manager Martin O'Neill remains under pressure and is out of contract at season's end.