The latest transfer talk surrounding Celtic includes a new link to Motherwell winger Elijah Just. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 11 possible arrivals and 8 potential exits, with the hottest storyline right now concerning Aribim Pepple. The updates below represent the latest news on the most important transfer rumours.
Elijah Just
On Thursday, it was reported Celtic are interested in Motherwell's 25-year-old winger Elijah Just. Scouts have been observing the left-footed right winger from New Zealand after he registered six goals and six assists. Just is under contract until May 2027 with an option for another year, and chairman Kyrk McMillan has stated that Motherwell will only permit players to leave if the price is acceptable.
Eric Martel
On Thursday, it was reported that Celtic have identified FC Koln's 23-year-old German defensive midfielder Eric Martel as a target before the summer transfer window. The club is looking for new players for its midfield, and Martel is viewed as someone who could potentially provide support for captain Callum McGregor. Martel, who has a contract that runs until June 2026, has been capped 30 times for Germany's U21 team. In the 2025/2026 Bundesliga season, he has made 1 appearance, scoring 2 goals and providing 7 assists. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €8.00m.
Andrew Robertson
The latest update on Thursday saw Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain indicate he would like to be reunited with Andy Robertson at Celtic. Oxlade-Chamberlain said that perhaps he came a bit early and that the Liverpool player might join him soon.
Damián Bobadilla
On Tuesday, it was reported that Celtic have extensively scouted 24-year-old Paraguayan international Damian Bobadilla in recent months. Celtic is one of several European clubs interested in the player, whose value is approximately €12 million, with Brighton, Real Betis, and Como also reportedly showing preliminary interest by contacting his agents. Talks are still at an exploratory stage, and Sao Paulo has denied receiving any formal approaches, stating they intend to keep Bobadilla unless a compelling offer is made.
Arne Engels
According to a Sky Sports Germany report on Wednesday, Arne Engels is considered an option for RB Leipzig this summer. Engels is one of several options being considered by Leipzig, who will be active in the midfielder market this summer.
Benjamin Nygren
On Wednesday, it was noted that Benjamin Nygren, who joined last summer from Nordsjaelland, is expected to attract interest from clubs in Europe and England at the end of the season. The 24-year-old Swedish winger is the club's top scorer, having registered 14 goals and 4 assists in 28 Scottish Premiership appearances. According to former Aberdeen CEO Keith Wyness, Celtic will have no choice but to sell the player in the summer. At present, there has been no concrete interest in Nygren.
David Watson
A report from Football Insider on Wednesday states that Celtic are competing equally with Rangers to sign David Watson, with both clubs prepared to make a move in the summer. There is also interest in the Kilmarnock player from England and some unnamed clubs in Italy. The report adds that Watson's aim is to play in the Champions League next season, so the outcome of the title race could influence his decision.
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