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Failed medical blocks Rivaldo's move to Celtic

Rivaldo Coetzee during Ajax Cape Town pre-season Chris Ricco/BackpagePix

Ajax Cape Town and Bafana Bafana defender Rivaldo Coetzee will return to South Africa after his move to Glasgow Celtic fell through following a failed medial at the Scottish giants.

"Following a routine medical examination carried out by the Celtic medical department they discovered an underlying problem with his [Coetzee] right foot," Ajax said in a statement.

"The clubs were therefore unable to conclude the deal based on the medical information available. The player will return to Ajax Cape Town for further evaluation.

"The injury has not hampered Coetzee to date having not missed out on any competitive action either for his club or the national team. Ajax Cape Town can confirm that they were not aware of any condition that would have potentially hampered a transfer to Celtic.

"Stuart Baxter, the Bafana Bafana head coach has been informed as Rivaldo had been called up for the upcoming matches against Cape Verde."