With the summer transfer window opening on 14th June, Celtic FC will be looking to bolster their team with new signings before the 2024/2025 campaign kickoff. Last season, the Hoops claimed a double domestic triumph by winning the SFA Cup and the Scottish Premiership.
However, they might be looking for more silverware for their trophy cabinet next season.
Coach Brendan Rodgers will be looking to claim a domestic tremble, as they target the League Cup alongside the other two trophies. The team is also looking for more success in Europe and they are already looking at potential transfer targets to bring to Parkhead this summer. Here’s everything about Celtic’s transfer business before the summer transfer window, including news, updates, and predictions.
Celtic’s interest in a central midfielder
When you check the football matches on live betting sites at Wincomparator, the Hoops remains Scotland’s best team for bettors. However, the Celtic squad still needs several changes this summer, including a central midfield if they’re to successfully defend their titles next season.
Reportedly, the Scottish giants are interested in signing Lausanne midfielder Alvyn Sanchez during the summer transfer window. The 21-year-old starlet is touted at a £4 million price tag, meaning he is a central midfielder with a long-term potential to develop and improve.
Cremonese’s Charles Pickel also ranks as a player who would fit the bill and take Matt O’Riley’s place in his absence. The DRC International is being considered by the recruitment team, although English Championship teams Preston North End and Leeds United are also interested in him.
Will Kelleher replace Joe Hart?
Replacing Joe Hart as the team’s No 1 will be an uphill task for Brendan Rogers in this summer transfer window. Of course, several players come to mind for replacing the former England goalkeeper, but the question remains whether those in charge will back Rodgers in his quest.
One of the players capable of handling the job and forever linked with a move to Parkhead is Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher. The Ireland international is among the players that Celtic fans would like to see taking over the No 1 from Super Joe and for good reasons.
Kelleher is a young, talented player and plays for a big premier club. While he might be the backup goalkeeper to Allison Decker, he has played a fair share of premium games and has experience playing European football. Kelleher has also won trophies and gained international experience when playing for the Ireland Republic.
The big question is whether those in charge of The Hoops will agree to commit to such a momentous financial commitment to tempt the Irishman. However, Kelleher openly expressed his desire to leave Liverpool recently and Scotland would be a great place to move.
Paulo Bernardo to join Celtic on a permanent deal to
The Hoops are confident about closing a deal to bring Benfica’s Paulo Bernado to Parkhead permanently. Celtic took Bernardo last season on loan with the option of buying him for about £6 million, they are hoping to negotiate down the price. Rodgers is keen on signing the Portuguese playmaker permanently to strengthen his midfield and the 22-year-old knows he has a better future with them compared to Benfica.
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