Celtic is preparing for a busy summer transfer window, with significant movement expected in the incoming and outgoings.
Among the priorities are finalising deals for two loan players, Paulo Bernardo and Adam Idah, each with an option to buy.
Portuguese midfielder Paulo Bernardo, on loan from Benfica, has expressed a desire to continue his career in Glasgow. Negotiations are ongoing to secure a permanent transfer fee that would retain Bernardo’s services.
Meanwhile, Adam Idah is another player Celtic is eager to bring back. The Irish striker’s initial stint at Celtic, marked by key contributions, has made him a preferred option for manager Brendan Rodgers. According to the Sunday World, the deal for Idah hinges on the negotiation of an agreeable transfer fee with his parent club, Norwich City.
Additionally, finding a successor for the retired Joe Hart remains a priority, with Irish international Caoimhin Kelleher a long-term target. However, Liverpool’s high valuation of Kelleher poses a significant financial challenge; it is unlikely that Celtic would break its transfer record for a goalkeeper.
This morning, this was the back page of the Sunday World in Ireland.
Irish press this morning. pic.twitter.com/QentXk95Et
— PDM 🤓 (@bayerninmunchen) June 2, 2024
The Irish press is certainly pushing for the double swoop from Celtic, and I’m not sure many fans wouldn’t be pleased if the two Irishmen started at Celtic next season. But, you have to say, the likeliness of securing Kelleher’s signature feels very small.
