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Ivan Bašić Transfer from Astana to Celtic
Celtic are expected to complete the signing of Astana midfielder Ivan Basic after the World Cup concludes. The club is keen to finalise a deal this summer because of an expectation that interest in Basic from other parts of Europe will increase as he nears the end of his contract. Speaking to Football Insider, former Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness stated his belief that Martin O'Neill greatly admires Ivan Basic and that the deal will be completed. Wyness said that from what he understands, Martin O'Neill quite likes the player and he thinks that the transfer will be finalised, adding it is pretty straightforward to complete.
Celtic are expected to complete the signing of Astana midfielder Ivan Basic after the World Cup concludes. The club is keen to finalise a deal this summer because of an expectation that interest in Basic from other parts of Europe will increase as he nears the end of his contract. Speaking to Football Insider, former Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness stated his belief that Martin O'Neill greatly admires Ivan Basic and that the deal will be completed. Wyness said that from what he understands, Martin O'Neill quite likes the player and he thinks that the transfer will be finalised, adding it is pretty straightforward to complete.
According to Kazakh outlet Sports 24, Celtic are considering a move for Ivan Basic, and his club Astana is seeking approximately £2.6m for the player.
According to Kazakh outlet Sports 24, Celtic are considering a move for Ivan Basic, and his club Astana is seeking approximately £2.6m for the player.
Sources have told Football Insider that Celtic are planning a move to sign Astana midfielder Ivan Basic this summer. The club has been monitoring the 24-year-old in recent months. Basic will be available for a reduced fee as he has just six months remaining on his current contract, and Astana are prepared to approve a summer departure. There is concern from Celtic that interest in the player, who is at the World Cup with Bosnia and Herzegovina, will increase if he continues to perform well. Astana have already stated that they will not prevent Basic from leaving if he wants to move, as his contract situation leaves them relatively powerless.
Sources have told Football Insider that Celtic are planning a move to sign Astana midfielder Ivan Basic this summer. The club has been monitoring the 24-year-old in recent months. Basic will be available for a reduced fee as he has just six months remaining on his current contract, and Astana are prepared to approve a summer departure. There is concern from Celtic that interest in the player, who is at the World Cup with Bosnia and Herzegovina, will increase if he continues to perform well. Astana have already stated that they will not prevent Basic from leaving if he wants to move, as his contract situation leaves them relatively powerless.
Astana head coach Grigory Babayan has admitted the club would consider offers for Ivan Basic, with the midfielder attracting attention from Celtic. The Scottish champions have been monitoring the 24-year-old during his World Cup campaign. Babayan acknowledged that the midfielder’s performances at the World Cup could lead to interest from clubs in more prominent European competitions. According to The Herald, Babayan said Astana must be realistic and accept that Basic's participation at the World Cup is an important moment in his career and could create an opportunity for him to move to a stronger European league. Babayan also stated that they understand the player has a great career ahead of him and can move on to a top league. He added that the club has no right to obstruct his move, and while they would prefer to keep him because he is extremely important, he believes it is right to support the player in his development.
Astana head coach Grigory Babayan has admitted the club would consider offers for Ivan Basic, with the midfielder attracting attention from Celtic. The Scottish champions have been monitoring the 24-year-old during his World Cup campaign. Babayan acknowledged that the midfielder’s performances at the World Cup could lead to interest from clubs in more prominent European competitions. According to The Herald, Babayan said Astana must be realistic and accept that Basic's participation at the World Cup is an important moment in his career and could create an opportunity for him to move to a stronger European league. Babayan also stated that they understand the player has a great career ahead of him and can move on to a top league. He added that the club has no right to obstruct his move, and while they would prefer to keep him because he is extremely important, he believes it is right to support the player in his development.
It is reported that Celtic are interested in Ivan Basic from Bosnia. The Scottish Sun claims that the 24-year-old Astana midfielder, who played in Bosnia's World Cup opener, is a subject of interest for the club. He is being considered as a potential replacement for Arne Engels, who may leave for the Premier League or Serie A. Celtic are said to be monitoring his performances in upcoming matches against Switzerland and Qatar.
It is reported that Celtic are interested in Ivan Basic from Bosnia. The Scottish Sun claims that the 24-year-old Astana midfielder, who played in Bosnia's World Cup opener, is a subject of interest for the club. He is being considered as a potential replacement for Arne Engels, who may leave for the Premier League or Serie A. Celtic are said to be monitoring his performances in upcoming matches against Switzerland and Qatar.
Astana's Bosnia-Herzegovina international midfielder Ivan Bašić is reportedly a transfer target for Martin O'Neill at Celtic, who are monitoring his country's players at the World Cup. The 24-year-old is being watched closely by the club. The potential move could be part of a transfer for two players, as Celtic have also been linked with his international midfield partner, Benjamin Tahirovic. Bašić, who plays a more reserved role, is considered likely to be the less expensive of the two players. The midfielder, who has 18 caps for his country, joined Astana in July 2025 and his contract runs until December 2026. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €1.50m. In May 2026, reports claimed Levski Sofia submitted a €2.5 million offer, which Astana reportedly considered too low.
Astana's Bosnia-Herzegovina international midfielder Ivan Bašić is reportedly a transfer target for Martin O'Neill at Celtic, who are monitoring his country's players at the World Cup. The 24-year-old is being watched closely by the club. The potential move could be part of a transfer for two players, as Celtic have also been linked with his international midfield partner, Benjamin Tahirovic. Bašić, who plays a more reserved role, is considered likely to be the less expensive of the two players. The midfielder, who has 18 caps for his country, joined Astana in July 2025 and his contract runs until December 2026. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €1.50m. In May 2026, reports claimed Levski Sofia submitted a €2.5 million offer, which Astana reportedly considered too low.
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