Celtic are getting ready to welcome Nicolas Kuhn, who’s about to become the newest addition to the Scottish Champions. It looks like everything’s set for his move to Celtic, and we should see this deal officially happening next week.
We’ve been keeping a close eye on this development, especially since the initial news about Celtic’s first bid for Kuhn got knocked back by Rapid Vienna. But the Hoops weren’t deterred and have been working hard to seal the deal. The word on the street was that £2 million might do the trick, but now it seems the clubs are chatting about a figure closer to £2.8 million. [Football Scotland]
It’s pretty clear that both clubs are almost ready to shake hands on this. Rapid Vienna is already scouting for a new star to fill Kuhn’s boots. And Kuhn? He’s all geared up for his new adventure in Glasgow, with Brendan Rodgers playing a big part in his decision to swap the Austrian Bundesliga for the Scottish Premiership. While Rapid prepares for a training camp in Turkey next week, Kuhn will likely sit it out as the final touches are put on his move.
Let’s talk a bit about Kuhn’s football journey. He started at St Pauli, made a name for himself at Hannover 96, and then dazzled at RB Leipzig’s Under 19s, especially in the Europa Youth League. Ajax saw his talent and snapped him up in January 2018 for €2 million, aiming to groom him for the big leagues. But things took a twist when Bayern Munich came calling. Kuhn joined them on loan in January 2020 and then signed a three-year deal that summer.
Remember, a player’s past clubs often give us a sneak peek into their potential, and Kuhn’s path through clubs like Ajax and Bayern Munich says a lot. Sometimes taking a step back is actually a smart move forward, and that’s something that might resonate with Kuhn’s career.
After a loan spell at Erzgebirge Aue in the 2021/22 season, Kuhn landed at Rapid Vienna when they bought him for £500,000. Now, at 24, he’s ready to bring his versatile skills to Celtic. He’s a left-footer who can play anywhere upfront – a dream for any team looking to mix things up. Celtic’s about to get a player who can fit into various roles, adding some exciting new options to the team.
