“You Forget What Feeling of Winning Is” – Johnston on Hampden Heartbreak
Alistair Johnston insists Celtic will carry an extra hunger into this season’s Scottish Cup campaign after last year’s final agony at Hampden, which had a treble on the line. The Canadian international missed the decisive spot-kick at the Celtic end in May as Celtic’s treble hopes were dashed by Aberdeen in a dramatic penalty shoot-out, […]
“His Patience is Starting to Wear Thin” – Sutton Says Celtic Boss Has Made Position Clear
Chris Sutton believes Celtic’s board have brought unnecessary pressure on themselves over Brendan Rodgers’ future, claiming the manager has made his stance crystal clear – back him or risk losing him. Rodgers was forthright in his media appearances on Friday, laying bare the frustrations surrounding recruitment and his contract situation. While talks have taken place, […]
Celtic Duo Make Loan Exit
Celtic have sanctioned two more loan departures as Mitchell Robertson and Ben McPherson exit the club in search of regular first-team football. Defender Robertson, 20, has sealed a season-long loan move to Inverness Caledonian Thistle. The Highland club will start the League 1 campaign on -5 points due to a disciplinary deduction. A mainstay in […]
Brendan Rodgers’ Shifting Hayato Inamura Plan
Hayato Inamura’s summer arrival at Celtic was initially painted as one for the future, a low-cost move with a view to a development loan. But the Japanese player’s solid pre-season displays have raised fresh questions about his immediate role in Brendan Rodgers’ plans. The 23-year-old left-back looked destined to head out on loan for game […]
Early Hibs Exit Could Haunt Celtic and Here’s How
A grim twist in Europe for Scottish football is about to unfold, with serious consequences for Celtic – especially if Hibernian exit early in the Conference League. The coefficient reality has become increasingly stark. FC Midtjylland knocked Hibs out of the Europa League in dramatic fashion – the 119th-minute winner turning this season’s narrative into […]
Celtic Pushed for Transfer Decision – Report
Rapid Vienna are piling pressure on Celtic to finalise Marco Tilio’s departure, with the Austrian side growing frustrated at the delay in rubber-stamping the winger’s exit. The two clubs have agreed a structured deal, a £350,000 loan fee with an obligation to buy for £1.3 million if he played 2o games, but Celtic have yet […]
Chris Sutton Praises Brendan Rodgers’ “Very Strong” Press Conference
Chris Sutton has backed Brendan Rodgers’ pointed comments over Celtic’s lack of transfer business this summer, insisting the manager was “very strong” in his public message to the board ahead of the league opener this weekend. Rodgers didn’t shy away from the frustrations around recruitment when speaking to the media on Friday, making clear that […]
Brendan Rodgers Confirms Celtic’s 7th Summer Signing
Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that Manchester City defender Jahmai Simpson-Pusey will become Celtic’s seventh summer signing, with the teenager currently undergoing his medical in Glasgow ahead of a season-long loan move. CeltsAreHere exclusively broke the deal on Sunday evening. The highly-rated 19-year-old, who captained City’s youth side to the Premier League 2 title and was […]
Brendan Rodgers Admits Transfer Frustration: ‘Clearly I’m Not Convincing the Club’ on Signings
Brendan Rodgers has acknowledged that Celtic’s summer transfer business isn’t progressing as quickly as he’d hoped, admitting that he’s still working to convince the club’s hierarchy of the urgency in bolstering the squad. Rodgers, speaking ahead of Celtic’s league opener, was asked whether this window would see fewer last-minute signings, referencing last year’s dramatic deadline-day […]
“100% It Won’t Be Me” – Rodgers Dismisses Distraction Talk Over Celtic Future
Brendan Rodgers has dismissed concerns that speculation around his Celtic future could become a distraction this season, insisting he remains fully focused on the job at hand and is committed to driving the club forward. With Rodgers entering the final year of his contract and no extension yet on the table, there has been increased […]
“For the Sake of Honesty and Clarity” – Brendan Rodgers Answers Celtic Contract Question
Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that he has yet to be offered a new contract by Celtic, despite entering the final year of his current deal. Talks have taken place over the summer, but the manager insists he remains fully committed to pushing the club forward and made it clear he won’t be hanging around just […]
Third Celtic Star to Head to Ayr United on Loan as Agreement Confirmed
Celtic have confirmed a new cooperation agreement with Championship side Ayr United after talks with Queen’s Park broke down earlier in the summer. The deal, now in place under new Scottish FA regulations, will allow a select group of Hoops youngsters to gain valuable first-team experience under Scott Brown’s watch at Somerset Park. The agreement […]
Michel-Ange Balikwisha Transfer Latest
Michel-Ange Balikwisha looks set to end any lingering speculation over a move to Celtic, with the winger now in advanced talks with a Ligue 1 club competing in European football. [Topmercato] CeltsAreHere reported that on July 2nd, a transfer to Parkhead was looking increasingly unlikely, and it’s now all but confirmed that the Belgian international […]
Tickets on Sale for Joe Hart and Tom Rogic’s Celtic Return
Tickets are now on sale for the Celtic Legends vs Manchester United Legends clash at Celtic Park, with Tom Rogic and Joe Hart confirmed to pull the boots back on in green and white. The charity match will serve as a follow-up to last September’s 1-1 draw at Old Trafford, with some of Celtic’s most […]
“Do Your Work Early” – Aistair Johnston’s Celtic Message Ahead of New Season
Alistair Johnston is under no illusions about the importance of a strong start to the new campaign, with the Canadian full-back urging his Celtic teammates to hit the ground running when the Premiership kicks off on Sunday afternoon. The defender has enjoyed a whirlwind summer, helping Canada to the quarter-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup […]
Report Hints to Why Celtic are Lowballing Go Ahead Eagles for Jakob Breum
Celtic may have stepped away from the pursuit of Jakob Breum for now, but the door could still be open for a future move and at a much cheaper price. According to RecordSport, the Danish under-21 international could be available for a fraction of his current valuation if he remains at Go Ahead Eagles until […]
Celtic’s Champions League Squad Deadline
Celtic must submit their full squad for the Champions League play-off round by midnight on Thursday, August 14. This deadline applies to all clubs entering the final qualifying phase of the competition, with the first leg scheduled for August 19 or 20 and the return leg on August 26 or 27. Under UEFA rules, Brendan […]
Jakob Breum to Celtic Update
Celtic’s pursuit of Jakob Breum looks to be coming to a halt, with the Hoops unwilling to meet Go Ahead Eagles’ firm €6 million valuation for the Danish winger. The Scottish champions have submitted three separate bids for the 21-year-old, with the latest offer reportedly worth around £2.6 million. However, that figure remains well short […]
Adam Idah Celtic Exit Update
Adam Idah will not be leaving Celtic this summer despite surprise reports linking him with a move to Serie A outfit Udinese. The Italian club are said to be searching for a replacement for Lorenzo Lucca, who recently joined Napoli, with some reports in Italy suggesting Idah had emerged as a target. However, journalist Mark […]
Bizarre Wednesday Night Adam Idah Rumour
Adam Idah has found himself at the centre of a bizarre transfer rumour on Wednesday night, with reports in Italy suggesting a potential move to Serie A side Udinese, just 12 months after signing a permanent deal at Celtic. The 24-year-old striker, who scored 20 goals last season, including three in the Champions League, is […]