Reports in Turkey suggested that Celtic was interested in signing Demir Ege Tiknaz from Besiktas for a fee of €10 million (£8.4 million). However, these reports were shot down, and it was clarified that Tiknaz is not on Celtic's transfer radar, despite their interest in bolstering their midfield.

Celtic has shown interest in Demir Ege Tıknaz, who was on loan from Beşiktaş to Rio Ave. Celtic is reportedly ready to offer 10 million Euro.