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Jason Denayer is hoping to make his mark at Manchester City next season when his loan stay with Celtic ends.

The 19-year-old has been a fixture since his temporary move to Parkhead, making 23 appearances in all competitions and even chipping in with three goals.

His performances have helped Ronny Deila’s men claim top spot in the Scottish Premiership and a place in the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup.

But he is not thinking about sticking around when the campaign comes to a close.

The Belgian is already eyeing a starting berth at the Etihad Stadium alongside his compatriot Vincent Kompany.

“I hope next season to be ready to play for City,” he said.

“If I ever get the chance to play with Vincent Kompany then I know I will have made it.

“My view is that I will return to City next season.”

Celtic boss Deila has already expressed an interest in extending Denayer’s stay in Glasgow.

When quizzed on the matter in December, the Norwegian said: “I hope to do that.

“He is in good development here. He hasn’t played a lot of matches at the top level and when you are in good flow you should keep doing it to go to the next stage.

“When he is ready for that he will go on but it’s also important for us to have consistency going into next season as well.

“City are co-operating very well with us.”