The length of contract strengthens their hand in any potential negotiations, yet equally there is no doubt if Celtic or any other suitor can match Norwich’s valuation there is a deal to be done.
With the Celtic connection of his Dad there has been strong speculation that van Hooijdonk will take the same route but they may have to move swiftly to make that happen.
The Pink Un report has been prompted by a report in the Daily Record from transfer specialist Scott Burns. The report covers Johnston’s recent appearances alongside comments from Brendan Rodgers.