Celtic's summer transfer plans are taking shape, with the latest incoming link concerning Swedish winger Oskar Fallenius. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 13 possible arrivals and 13 potential exits as activity intensifies. The hottest storyline right now is about Tairyk Arconte, but below is the latest news on some of the most important transfer rumours surrounding the club.
Elias Filet
On Wednesday, it was reported that Celtic have initiated discussions to sign French striker Elias Filet. The Scottish club reportedly accelerated their efforts with a video call to the 24-year-old's agent on Tuesday, with their priority being to agree personal terms before opening official negotiations with his club, Aarau. Filet, who is entering the last year of his contract, scored 20 goals and provided 5 assists in 35 games for the Swiss side last season and was named the Challenge League's player of the season. Celtic face competition, as Belgian side Genk are understood to have already submitted an offer, while Lorient are also believed to be preparing a bid. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €600k.
Oskar Fallenius
As of Wednesday, Rangers are considered likely to sign Djurgarden winger Oskar Fallenius ahead of Celtic, whose interest appears to have recently diminished. The 24-year-old Swede is expected to leave the club this summer, and his manager, Jani Honkavaara, has admitted a departure is inevitable if a suitable offer is made. Rangers may now have competition from other European clubs, as Bundesliga side Wolfsburg is also reportedly tracking him. Fallenius has a contract until the end of 2026 and has provided one assist in six Allsvenskan appearances this season.
Tairyk Arconte
On Friday, it was reported that Celtic are interested in signing Rodez winger Tairyk Arconte this summer to strengthen their attack for another Scottish Premiership title defence. The 22-year-old Guadeloupean international scored 14 goals and provided three assists in 32 Ligue 2 appearances last season. Celtic face competition for his signing from Ligue 1 newcomers AJ Auxerre and English Championship club Millwall.
Benjamin Tahirovic
An update on Monday suggested Celtic may sign defensive midfielder Benjamin Tahirović to be a long-term successor for Callum McGregor. Tahirović's former clubs include Roma and Ajax. This follows a report from The Daily Record eight days ago that Celtic is interested in the Bosnian duo Benjamin Tahirovic and Zinedin Smajlovic.
Bobby Clark
According to a Record Sport report on Tuesday, Celtic were on alert for Bobby Clark as he returns to RB Salzburg from his loan spell at Derby County. Salzburg is expected to approve a cut-price departure for him, with reports in Austria claiming new sporting director Marcus Mann is keen to cut the club's wage bill and views the 21-year-old's permanent departure as a way to reduce expenses. The Derby Telegraph states that at least half-a-dozen clubs are keen on the playmaker.
Callum Wilson
Celtic showed interest in Callum Wilson during the January window, and an update on Wednesday noted he is expected to leave West Ham United on a free transfer this summer following their relegation. Former Northern Ireland international Iain Dowie believes Celtic could be an attractive destination, stating, "I think Celtic would interest Callum Wilson... Celtic is a massive club and a move there would not surprise me." While Wilson has proven goalscoring credentials and would not require a transfer fee, his age and injury record would be a concern.
Farès Ghedjemis
On Tuesday, Frosinone's Sporting Director Renzo Castagnini said it is not certain that Fares Ghedjemis will leave the club this summer. According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Castagnini stated that the club "will evaluate any approaches and see if they get a satisfactory offer," adding that a move "depends entirely on the market."
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