Kelechi Iheanacho Signs for Celtic: Contract Details and Reaction
Celtic FC have confirmed the signing of Nigerian international Kelechi Iheanacho on a one-year deal, with the club holding an option for a further year. The move is subject to international clearance. The 28-year-old forward broke through at Manchester City, collecting a League Cup winner’s medal in 2016 before moving to Leicester City, where he […]
Ajax Confirm Dolberg Return After Celtic Deal Collapses
Ajax have confirmed the signing of Kasper Dolberg, just 24 hours after Celtic’s pursuit of the striker came to an end. The Danish international has rejoined his former club in a deal reportedly worth around €10 million, with negotiations taking longer than expected before he signed a four-year contract running until 2029. Dolberg had […]
‘Lack of Ambition’ – Celtic Group Demand Answers From Michael Nicholson
The Affiliation of Registered Celtic Supporters Clubs has issued a strongly worded statement calling on chief executive Michael Nicholson to address the club’s direction and strategy. The group, which represents Celtic supporters across the globe, has expressed alarm at what it describes as a lack of ambition from the board. The criticism comes in the […]
‘Ambition Always to Keep’ – Hammarby Admit Tounekti Forced Celtic Move
Hammarby sporting director Mikael Hjelmberg has revealed Sebastian Tounekti’s determination to join Celtic played a role in the Swedish club’s decision to accept the Scottish champions’ offer. Celtic sealed a £5.2 million deal for the 23-year-old winger on deadline day, giving Brendan Rodgers a much-needed addition to his squad after a bruising summer transfer window. […]
When Celtic Fans Will Finally Hear From The Board
Celtic supporters demanding answers from the club’s hierarchy will have to wait a little longer, with the board only set to speak when the annual financial report is published. Frustrated fans have been calling out Michael Nicholson, Peter Lawwell and Dermot Desmond for their lack of communication during what has been one of the most […]
‘Listen to Your Captain’ – Chris Sutton Slams Celtic Hierarchy After McGregor Transfer Plea
Chris Sutton has again called out Celtic’s board over their failure to deliver Brendan Rodgers the quality signings he asked for this summer. The former striker pointed out that the Irishman has been open about needing better players, yet the window closed with only Sebastian Tounekti through the door. The result is a squad that […]
Swansea Add Again After Celtic’s Late Move Collapses
Swansea City have announced the loan signing of Manuel Benson from Burnley, just a day after sealing Adam Idah’s permanent move from Celtic. Celtic had looked at Benson as a possible late signing during the final days of the window, but the club failed to get a deal agreed. Swansea moved quickly and have now […]
‘Unforgivable’ – Chris Sutton Warns Celtic Left Short in Title Fight
Chris Sutton has launched a fierce attack on Celtic’s summer transfer window, warning the squad is now weaker than it was this time last year. The former Hoops striker pulled no punches as he broke down the failed chases for new signings and the key exits. Sutton believes Brendan Rodgers has been badly let down, […]
Celtic Deal Maker Role Still Vacant After 11 Months
Celtic’s summer transfer window has been branded a disaster, but the problems at Parkhead run deeper than missed signings. While Brendan Rodgers has been left to face a new season short of striking options after failed moves for Kasper Dolberg, David Datro Fofana and Adam Idah’s switch to Swansea, the club has also been operating […]
Report: Celtic ‘Interested’ in Nigerian International Forward
Celtic’s striker search has taken another twist with the Herald linking the club to Nigerian international Emmanuel Dennis. The 27-year-old is a free agent after leaving Nottingham Forest by mutual consent at the end of the summer, ending a three-year spell at the City Ground. His availability puts him on Celtic’s radar as Brendan Rodgers […]
Report: Celtic ‘Enquire’ About Former England International
Celtic have spoken to Patrick Bamford as Brendan Rodgers looks for a new striker before tonight’s Europa League squad deadline. [The Herald] The 31-year-old left Leeds United by mutual consent last week, ending a seven-year spell at Elland Road. Celtic have now made contact over a possible move, with Bamford a free agent and able […]
Report: Iheanacho Deal in Jeopardy After Late ‘Hijack’
Celtic’s move for Kelechi Iheanacho could face a late challenge, with Turkish club Samsunspor reportedly attempting to hijack the deal. The Nigerian striker, who recently terminated his contract with Sevilla, is said to have reached a verbal agreement with Celtic. However, reports from Samsun Gazetesi claim Samsunspor are preparing an offer of their own in […]
Former Celtic Hero Seals Deadline Day Move to Chris Davies’ Birmingham
Former Celtic favourite Patrick Roberts sealed a deadline-day switch to Birmingham City. The winger, who enjoyed a memorable spell at Parkhead under Brendan Rodgers during the club’s Invincible treble-winning season, joins Birmingham on a season-long loan from Sunderland. He links up with ex-Celtic assistant Chris Davies, now in charge at St Andrew’s, as well as […]
“Remarkable” – Chris Sutton Reacts to Transfer Window Leaving Celtic “Weaker”
Chris Sutton didn’t miss with his assessment of Celtic’s transfer window and it’s hard to disagree. Celtic fans went into deadline day with big hopes. Two strikers and hopefully two wingers. But they left with just one winger and chasing a now free agent striker who has nine goals in the last four years. Taking […]
“Can Operate on Both Sides” – Rodgers’ Claim on New Bhoy Questioned
Brendan Rodgers has publicly backed deadline day signing Sebastian Tounekti to be a versatile solution to Celtic’s ongoing issues out wide, but that claim is raising eyebrows given the squad’s current imbalance. The manager hailed the Tunisian winger as a “quick, clever” wide player who “can operate on both sides,” despite mounting evidence that his […]
Unwelcome Fixture Twist Could Leave Celtic Short-Handed
Celtic’s frontline depth could be tested severely this winter with the looming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, set to kick off in late December and run into January. Both of the club’s new wide additions, Michel-Ange Balikwisha (DR Congo) and Sebastian Tounekti (Tunisia), are almost certain to be called up by their respective […]
Ben Siegrist Takes Another Celtic Board Dig After Deadline Day Shambles
Ben Siegrist appears to have reignited tensions with Celtic after posting a cryptic message on Instagram in the hours following the close of the transfer window. The now Genoa stopper, who earlier this summer hit out at the club for allegedly mishandling two potential exits, shared a simple but pointed Instagram story: “Some things never […]