Fulham 'closing in on Celtic defender Dedryck Boyata'

Fulham are reportedly lining up a summer swoop for Celtic defender Dedryck Boyata.

The Whites are about to lodge a "big-money bid" for the Belgian international, according to The Sun.

Boyata has 12 months remaining on his Celtic contract and the club are said to be keen to retain his services beyond that.

However, the defender's performances during the World Cup have reportedly attracted the attention of a number of clubs.

Lazio are also said to be keeping tabs on Boyata, along with teams in France and Turkey.