Celtic have shown an interest in 22-year-old Mexican striker Alí Ávila, who plays for Mexican side Queretaro after joining from Pumas in July 2025. Celtic faces competition for the player, with Dynamo Kiev and Standard Liege also interested. Celtic scout Mark Cooper, known for his connections in Latin America, is reportedly one of the individuals at the club tracking the forward. Ávila's contract expires in June 2026 and his current Transfermarkt market value is €2.00m. He has 9 caps and 2 goals for Mexico's U23 team and has scored 6 goals in 12 domestic league appearances in the 2025/2026 season.