Lennon keen to sign Bellamy

Celtic manager Neil Lennon hopes to contact Manchester City over the availability of striker Craig Bellamy, but admits money may be a stumbling block.

The Irishman hopes to speak with representatives of the Premier League club this weekend when both teams compete in the Dublin Super Cup.

Lennon told the Daily Telegraph: "There is interest, but it is dictated to by finances.

"I hope to catch up with [City] while they are here and see if we can take it from there."

Bellamy became a popular figure among the Hoops faithful during a successful loan spell in Glasgow six years ago when a Newcastle player.

The 32-year-old was loaned out to Cardiff last season but has since returned to City, who further bolstered their attacking line with the acquisition of Argentina striker Sergio Aguero yesterday.