Celtic are eyeing up FC Lausanne-Sport’s midfield maestro, Alvyn Sanches according to the Express. At just 21, Sanches has already turned heads across Europe with his standout performances last season.
A product of Lausanne’s youth system, Sanches was born in France but chose to represent Switzerland at the youth level. Despite Lausanne’s struggles in the Swiss Super League, he managed to be a standout in a average side
The report claims Celtic’s scouts have been diligently tracking Sanches throughout the 2023/24 season, and Brendan Rodgers is keen on the youngster. However, Lausanne’s hefty £4.3 million price tag is a sticking point, especially since Sanches is under contract until 2026, ruling out any cut-price deals.
Yet, it’s not just Celtic who have their eyes on Sanches. Stoke City and Coventry City are among the English Championship sides showing interest, alongside clubs from Germany, France, and the Netherlands.
His potential makes him one of Swiss football’s hottest prospects and at 21, he has already got a lot of first team game time and experience under his. Sky.
With Matt O’Riley attracting attention from some big European clubs and loan star Bernardo returning to Benfica after a successful double-winning campaign with the Bhoys, Rodgers faces crucial decisions in the midfield department this summer.
This feels like the first tangible and intriguing transfer report since the end of the season.
