The transfer talk around Parkhead continues to intensify, with the latest reports linking Celtic to Dundee defender Luke Graham. An analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 12 possible arrivals and 5 potential exits, though the hottest storyline right now revolves around Xaver Schlager. Below are the latest updates on some of the most important transfer rumours concerning the club.
Luke Graham
On Saturday, it was reported that Celtic are interested in a summer transfer for Dundee defender Luke Graham, with Rangers also monitoring the 22-year-old centre-back. According to The Courier, Dundee rejected a club-record bid for Graham from an unclear side earlier this month. Both Glasgow clubs are expected to face competition from the English Championship, and it was reported in January 2026 that Dundee would require a seven-figure offer to sell him.
Alí Ávila
Celtic have shown an interest in 22-year-old Mexican striker Alí Ávila, according to a report on Friday. The forward plays for Mexican side Queretaro after joining from Pumas in July 2025. Celtic face competition for the player, with Dynamo Kiev and Standard Liege also interested. Celtic scout Mark Cooper is reportedly one of the individuals at the club tracking Ávila, whose contract expires in June 2026. His current Transfermarkt market value is €2.00m. He has scored 6 goals in 12 domestic league appearances in the 2025/2026 season and has 9 caps and 2 goals for Mexico's U23 team.
David Watson
David Watson has been the subject of substantial interest, and on Saturday it was reported that Celtic is among the clubs monitoring him. It is said that both the Hoops and the Dons are considering moves in the summer when his contract expires, and Killie will be due substantial compensation. Record Sport reported that a £500,000 bid from Bolton Wanderers was rejected during the January window. Watson said that he is not dealing with the interest and it is his agent who will do that. Aberdeen are the most recent club to be linked with him, while Celtic also reportedly targeted Watson for a winter move.
Arne Engels
An offer of '£25 million' from Nottingham Forest for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels was rejected, it was reported on Wednesday. Ross McCormack thinks Engels' value will be 'halved' by the summer because Kieran Tierney is now taking Celtic’s inswingers, resulting in Engels taking fewer set-plays. The Open Goal panel expressed their shock at Celtic rejecting the bid and suggested that his dead-ball ability is a significant reason why he is sought after. There is speculation that Nottingham Forest will make another attempt in the summer, with the decision possibly depending on Sean Dyche's future at the club.
Andrew Robertson
On Friday, The Daily Record reported on the possibility of Andy Robertson returning to Parkhead. Gordon Strachan believes Kieran Tierney's role as first-choice left-back would prevent any potential move. A recent transfer to Tottenham Hotspur for Robertson was unsuccessful, and he will be a free transfer in the summer. There is a suggestion that the Liverpool man could reunite with Oxlade-Chamberlain in Glasgow, though this would require Oxlade-Chamberlain to extend his stay beyond this season.
Tawanda Maswanhise
On Friday, Tawanda Maswanhise commented on interest from Celtic and other clubs, stating that he is remaining focused. He also told The Scottish Sun on 12 February that for his career, he does want to play Champions League football. According to a Football Insider report on Thursday, Celtic are now pursuing a deal to sign the forward from Motherwell and already established contact during the January transfer window. His current deal expires in the summer of 2027.
Evan Ferguson
Evan Ferguson has regularly been linked with a move to Celtic Park, and on Friday, Jeff Hendrick reckoned that the striker would welcome a move to Celtic this summer. Celtic have previously been linked with interest in a loan move for Ferguson, but a transfer did not materialize. Hendrick believes Ferguson's desire could lead him to play for the Hoops and restart his career, stating that he could potentially score many goals and might choose Celtic due to his emotional connection as an Irish player.
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