The Norwegian is tied up until 2020 but Hoops boss Brendan Rodgers is hopeful he will commit for longer

CELTIC are set to hand Kristoffer Ajer a new long-term contract.

SunSport can reveal discussions have been held over an improved deal for the 19-year-old defender.

Kenny Ramsay - The Sun Glasgow 2 Celtic are set to hand the Norwegian a new long-term deal

Kenny Ramsay - The Sun Glasgow 2 Rodgers is hopeful the 19-year-old will commit beyond 2020

Ajer is tied up until 2020 but Hoops boss Brendan Rodgers is hopeful he will commit for longer.

The defender has been a revelation this season and received his first call-up for Norway on Tuesday.

Now his progress with the champions looks set to be rewarded with an improved contract.

Ajer, signed by Ronny Deila in 2016, was sent on loan to Kilmarnock last season but has made 24 appearances for Celts this term and is now a first choice under Rodgers.

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Talks between Parkhead chief Peter Lawwell and Ajer’s agent Tore Pedersen will continue as they work towards an agreement.

Meanwhile, Norway boss Lars Lagerback reckons Ajer can be an international mainstay for 15 years.

He said: “Ajer has a lot of self-esteem and confidence and is the type of character we need to be successful.

“If he really wants to, he will become a very strong player for the national team for ten or 15 years.”

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