Transfer activity continues to swirl around Celtic ahead of the deadline. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been linked with 21 possible arrivals and 5 potential exits. The hottest storyline right now concerns a move for Gvidas Gineitis, but several other key rumours have seen significant developments. Here is the latest news on the most important transfer stories.
Jordan Lotomba
Celtic are nearing the signing of Feyenoord full-back Jordan Lotomba. On Wednesday, it was understood the Switzerland international had been given permission to travel to the UK to complete a medical while the clubs finalise a permanent transfer. Sky Sports reporter Anthony Joseph reported that Celtic have agreed a permanent deal with Feyenoord for the 27-year-old. Earlier on Wednesday, 1908.nl reported that Lotomba was travelling to Glasgow to undergo medical tests and complete his move.
Gvidas Gineitis
According to a report on Wednesday, Celtic will make one final attempt to sign Gvidas Gineitis before the transfer window closes. The Scottish champions have been frustrated in their attempts to sign the midfielder from Torino, with the Italian club having rejected their initial offer and asking for £9 million. Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla claims Celtic will make one final offer, reporting that the situation is not simple but still open.
Mitchel Bakker
On Tuesday, Voetbalprimeur.nl reported that Mitchel Bakker's contract with Atalanta Bergamo was terminated by mutual agreement. Bakker, who was linked with Celtic this summer, is now free to join any club.
Greg Taylor
Celtic made a proposal to acquire Greg Taylor from PAOK on loan, according to a Wednesday report from Gazzetta.gr. The report adds that PAOK refused to discuss his transfer and the response was negative.
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