Celtic has officially announced the departure of midfielder Bosun Lawal, who has moved on to Stoke City after failing to secure a place in Brendan Rodgers’ plans.
The 21-year-old midfielder, who recently returned from a fruitful loan spell at Fleetwood Town in League 1, was given a chance to impress during Celtic’s pre-season. However, Rodgers decided that Lawal did not fit into his plans.
Bosun Lawal has joined Stoke City on a permanent transfer.
Good luck, Bosun! 🍀 https://t.co/NquKWPjR6r
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The competition within Celtic’s midfield proved too intense for Lawal it seems. With club captain Callum McGregor firmly established as the first-choice holding midfielder and Tomoki Iwata as a reliable backup, Lawal found himself as the third option, a position that offered limited opportunities for first-team action.
Seeking regular playing time and a key role, Lawal has now signed a four-year contract with Stoke City. Celtic will make about ÂŁ3 million from the sale of the Irishman, so got a call-up to the senior squad over the summer.
