Celtic fans are renowned for their fervent passion but are equally known for their impatience, particularly when it comes to transfer rumours surfacing on social media.

The moment a potential transfer is mentioned, if it’s not completed almost immediately, there is a notable outpouring of frustration and complaints from the supporters about the perceived slowness of the proceedings.

It’s important to understand that Celtic’s strategy isn’t to publicly broadcast their transfer targets. More often than not, these names are leaked by agents to journalists, who then publish the stories.

In the specific instance of Nicolas Kuhn, the Rapid Vienna player who seems set to join Celtic, there’s a strategic delay at play.

Mark Hendry from Football Scotland has reported that the key factor has always been Rapid Vienna’s need to find a suitable replacement for Kuhn.

Celtic is aware of this situation; they understand it’s a waiting game, but both parties – as evident in the report – are optimistic about Kuhn likely arriving in Glasgow the following week.

The issue isn’t about bargaining over the price, as once Rapid Vienna approves the transfer, it’s expected to proceed smoothly.

The current phase is for Rapid Vienna to finalise their end of the deal. All elements are aligned for the transfer to materialise, and Nicolas is eagerly anticipating its completion.