ERIK SVIATCHENKO is heading back to former club FC Midtjylland on loan.

The Danish defender was told he was surplus to requirements by Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers.

2 Sviatchenko set from loan move back to his former club Credit: Kenny Ramsay - The Sun Glasgow

2 The stopper has fallen out of favour under Rodgers Credit: Kenny Ramsay - The Sun Glasgow

Sviatchenko, 26, had interest from across Europe - but Midtjylland have moved in to offer a loan deal.

SunSport understands the Celtic defender will tie up his move to the Danish league leaders shortly.

Sviatchenko was signed by Ronny Deila two years ago - but has fallen out of favour under Rodgers.

The arrival of Marvin Compper put him further down the pecking order - leading to the Dane's exit.

FC Midtjylland have called a press conference for Tuesday morning, where Sviatchenko is likely to be unveiled.

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