Celtic have extensively scouted 24-year-old Paraguayan international Damian Bobadilla in recent months as they look for midfield reinforcements. Celtic is one of several European clubs interested in the player, whose value is approximately €12 million. It is reported that Brighton, Real Betis, and Como, which is Cesc Fabregas' club, have also shown preliminary interest by contacting his agents. Enquiries have been made to the player's representatives instead of the club, and talks are still at an exploratory stage. Sao Paulo has denied that they have received any formal approaches. The club is said to be intent on keeping Bobadilla for the upcoming Copa Libertadores campaign unless a compelling offer is made. Bobadilla, who has 17 caps and one goal for Paraguay, joined São Paulo from Cerro Porteño in January 2024 for a fee that was reported to be €2.7 million, and his contract runs until the end of 2027. This season, he has made 9 appearances in the Campeonato Paulista, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist. His market value is currently €4.00m, according to Transfermarkt.