Daniel Cummings continues to impress for Celtic B with his remarkable form in the Lowland League, and his latest performance against East Kilbride on Saturday was nothing short of sensational.
The striker netted a stunning hat-trick in a 5-1 win, which propelled Stephen McManus’ side to the top of the table. Cummings has now scored 23 goals in 22 Lowland League appearances this season, cementing his status as one of the brightest prospects in Celtic’s ranks.
Cummings’ Contract Situation: A Summer Decision Looms
Cummings’ current deal with Celtic expires this summer, and his future at the club is increasingly uncertain. Despite his excellent form for the B team, Cummings has yet to sign a pre-contract agreement with Celtic or any other club, leaving many to wonder where his next move will take him.
A number of clubs from both within the UK and abroad have expressed interest in the young striker. In the UK, Premier League sides West Ham United, Sunderland, Burnley, and Portsmouth are all credited with keeping tabs on Cummings’ situation. Meanwhile, on the continent, Serie A outfit Bologna, Belgian giants Club Brugge, and Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg have all been linked with a move for the talented forward.
West Ham’s Pursuit: Improved Offer Rejected
West Ham United have been particularly persistent in their pursuit of Cummings. The Hammers made an improved offer for the striker on transfer deadline day after having a bid of £500,000 rejected earlier in the window. Celtic, however, were reportedly holding out for £750,000 for the Scottish forward, with the deal ultimately falling through.
West Ham are said to have offered Cummings a fast-track into their senior team in an attempt to convince him to make the switch from Glasgow to London. Despite the appeal of first-team football in the Premier League, Cummings remains a Celtic player for the time being.
Cummings’ Future: Will Celtic Extend His Stay?
Celtic fans will undoubtedly be hoping that the club can convince Cummings to stay beyond the summer, but with multiple clubs reportedly circling, it’s unclear whether the striker will remain in Glasgow for much longer. His form for Celtic B has been brilliant, but the decision will ultimately come down to the player’s ambitions and whether Celtic can present him with guaranteed first-team opportunities in the future.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Cummings’ future will be one of the key talking points for Celtic fans. With Cummings impressing so much in recent years, if he leaves the club, it will be a move that supporters will look back on to see what he goes on to achieve in his career, as he clearly can score goals for fun.
However, if he does stay, it could see him given time in pre-season to impress Brendan Rodgers. But with no new deal signed yet, it looks unlikely that he will stay past the end of the season.
