Celtic have reportedly submitted a bid of around £6 million for Norwich City striker Adam Idah, with an additional £2 million in potential add-ons. [Mail Sport] The move has been the subject of much debate among Celtic fans throughout the summer transfer window, with many calling for the club to make a serious investment to bring the Irish international back to Celtic Park.
For months, fans have urged the club to spend the necessary money to secure Idah’s signature, but now that Celtic are reportedly making moves, some supporters are questioning whether the fee is justified. It’s a classic case of “damned if you do, damned if you don’t.”
Celtic are in a strong financial position, arguably better than they’ve ever been, so it’s puzzling to see fans so concerned about let’s say, an extra £2 million on top of what they rate Adam at to secure a player the manager clearly wants. At a time when the squad is looking to strengthen in key areas, it seems a bit contradictory for fans to be obsessed with numbers rather than the on-field potential.
The argument against spending the reported fee on Idah often veers to the extreme, with some questioning what would happen if Celtic were to pay something outrageous, like £30 million, to secure the striker. However, this line of reasoning doesn’t hold up. We’re talking about a deal in the £6-8 million range, which for a young international player with a proven track record in big moments for Celtic, seems like a reasonable investment.
At the end of the day, the club’s funds are there to be used to strengthen the squad, and if Idah is a player that the manager believes can make a significant impact, it’s worth paying the price. While it’s natural for fans to be cautious with the club’s finances, it’s important to balance that with the need to build a team that can compete.
For now, it’s clear that Celtic is making a serious attempt to bring Idah back, and if the deal goes through, it could be a vital piece of business for the club’s future success. Fans need to be more concerned about what impacts the team on the pitch and less about what’s happening in the club’s bank account. If the board hoard the cash, yes, let’s have a go at them, if they’re spending it on players the manager wants, can’t we get on board?
