The latest transfer rumours surrounding Celtic include a fresh enquiry for a new defender, Therence Koudou. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been linked with 15 possible arrivals and 9 potential exits. The updates below represent the latest news on the most significant transfer stories, with the saga surrounding Mika Baur currently being the hottest storyline.
Therence Koudou
On Monday, Celtic representatives reportedly contacted KV Mechelen to inquire about the availability of Thérence Koudou. The 21-year-old right-back is seen as a potential replacement should Alistair Johnston depart before the window closes. The Belgian club is believed to be seeking around €6.5 million for the defender, though there is no indication that a formal bid has been made yet.
Farès Ghedjemis
Frosinone has rejected Celtic’s opening offer of around £6 million for winger Fares Ghedjemis, according to an update on Monday. Celtic are said to remain determined to complete the deal and are continuing talks with the Italian club. Sources suggest it will take at least £8 million for a deal to progress, but those close to the negotiations state that the Glasgow side is confident an agreement can be reached. Ghedjemis himself is reportedly enthusiastic about a move to Celtic Park, while Rangers also remain interested.
Benjamin Tahirovic
Brondby manager Thomas Norgaard confirmed on Monday that Celtic target Benjamin Tahirovic could leave the club this week. Celtic have reportedly made an official enquiry for the 23-year-old, who was not included in Brondby's squad for their weekend game. Norgaard revealed this was because the player wants to leave imminently, stating that Tahirovic is "actively trying to complete a transfer".
Mika Baur
According to a report from The Daily Record on Sunday, Paderborn demanded £7m for Mika Baur after rejecting a bid of around £4m from Celtic. The club is expected to resume negotiations for the midfielder, and the Germany under-21 international is reportedly keen on a move to Scotland. Other reports from Sunday indicated Celtic were preparing to increase their offer to around £5 million.
Gvidas Gineitis
On Monday, the agent for Gvidas Gineitis, Dmitry Vinokurov, confirmed that he has been contacted by people from Celtic but stated that no offer has been made yet. Vinokurov denied reports that a low offer had been rejected by Torino and noted that while he must continue working on other options, Gvidas appreciates the interest from a club of Celtic's size.
Haissem Hassan
Celtic remain in talks to sign Egypt international Haissem Hassan, who trained on his own on Friday after returning to Real Oviedo. According to La Voz de Asturias on Saturday, officials at the Spanish club consider his sale crucial to balance their finances. The report states they are maintaining his £10 million release clause, even though the winger has just one year left on his contract.
Matteo Cancellieri
A potential move for Lazio's Matteo Cancellieri appears to have stalled, according to reports on Monday. While Celtic were expected to intensify their pursuit of the 24-year-old, an injury to Lazio's Gustav Isaksen has complicated any potential move away from the Serie A club for now.
For all the latest developments, be sure to check our Celtic club page.
