'Tomorrow is too soon' - Neil Lennon gives fitness update on key Celtic player ahead of Hibs clash

Celtic will be without defender Christopher Jullien for Saturday's trip to Edinburgh to face Hibs as the Frenchman targets a return to full fitness.
Neil Lennon takes his Celtic team to Edinburgh tomorrow to face former club HIbsNeil Lennon takes his Celtic team to Edinburgh tomorrow to face former club HIbs
Neil Lennon takes his Celtic team to Edinburgh tomorrow to face former club HIbs

Previewing the match against his former employers, Hoops boss Neil Lennon gave an update on the fitness of his players following the international break.

Lennon said: “We’ve no fresh injuries from the internationals which is great. We’re really pleased to have them back in good spirits.

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“Jeremie Frimpong is fine; there’s no ligament damage, and he’s been back training for a few weeks now.

"Christopher Jullien may not be fit for tomorrow but definitely this week, whether it be Sparta Prague or Ross County. He's started training and feeling good but tomorrow's too soon for him.”

Declaring the clash in the Capital an "important game”, Lennon added: “We’ve got a massive run of games now. It’s good to have a healthy squad, and introduce some players back.

"If we can pick up where we left off, I’ll be pleased.”

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