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Julian Araujo Transfer from AFC Bournemouth to Celtic
Bournemouth are willing to sell Julián Araujo this summer. There are discussions about whether the potential incoming manager at Celtic, Jens Berthel Askou, would approve a permanent move for Araujo. On Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Keith Wyness highlighted the situation, noting that if Askou has already given his approval, the transfer may be more advanced than is publicly known.
Bournemouth are willing to sell Julián Araujo this summer. There are discussions about whether the potential incoming manager at Celtic, Jens Berthel Askou, would approve a permanent move for Araujo. On Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Keith Wyness highlighted the situation, noting that if Askou has already given his approval, the transfer may be more advanced than is publicly known.
According to former Aberdeen, Aston Villa, and Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, Julian Araujo’s permanent move to Celtic will depend on who the club appoints as their next manager. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Wyness stated his belief that it is too early to make a decision on whether Araujo will stay at Celtic. Wyness thinks the 24-year-old's future also depends on whether the Celtic board are willing to spend in the summer. Speaking on Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Wyness claimed that the Celtic board do not like spending money and that a lot will depend on the new manager situation. He stated that Martin O’Neill has said he will not go before the end of the season and will not stay for another season. Wyness added that it must be considered if Araujo is the right sort of player for the next manager and that the decision must be made jointly with the new appointee.
According to former Aberdeen, Aston Villa, and Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, Julian Araujo’s permanent move to Celtic will depend on who the club appoints as their next manager. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Wyness stated his belief that it is too early to make a decision on whether Araujo will stay at Celtic. Wyness thinks the 24-year-old's future also depends on whether the Celtic board are willing to spend in the summer. Speaking on Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Wyness claimed that the Celtic board do not like spending money and that a lot will depend on the new manager situation. He stated that Martin O’Neill has said he will not go before the end of the season and will not stay for another season. Wyness added that it must be considered if Araujo is the right sort of player for the next manager and that the decision must be made jointly with the new appointee.
Sources have told Football Insider that Celtic could secure a permanent move for loanee Julian Araujo and that AFC Bournemouth are happy to sell him this summer. The player is reportedly open to a permanent move to Celtic Park, and Celtic are also willing to try and arrange a deal. Sources have indicated that his parent club will not obstruct a permanent move if he wishes to make one.
Sources have told Football Insider that Celtic could secure a permanent move for loanee Julian Araujo and that AFC Bournemouth are happy to sell him this summer. The player is reportedly open to a permanent move to Celtic Park, and Celtic are also willing to try and arrange a deal. Sources have indicated that his parent club will not obstruct a permanent move if he wishes to make one.
Julian Araujo has returned to Bournemouth after suffering an injury at Celtic. There is speculation about Araujo's future following an Instagram message in which he wrote that what God left behind will never be better than what lies ahead. This has led to discussion about whether he is hinting at regret regarding his time at Celtic or looking ahead to his future at Bournemouth. According to his Bournemouth teammate Ryan Christie, Araujo loved his time in Glasgow and was stunned by the intensity of the Celtic support.
Julian Araujo has returned to Bournemouth after suffering an injury at Celtic. There is speculation about Araujo's future following an Instagram message in which he wrote that what God left behind will never be better than what lies ahead. This has led to discussion about whether he is hinting at regret regarding his time at Celtic or looking ahead to his future at Bournemouth. According to his Bournemouth teammate Ryan Christie, Araujo loved his time in Glasgow and was stunned by the intensity of the Celtic support.
There are calls for Celtic to make Julian Araujo's loan move from Bournemouth permanent. A significant obstacle is the player's salary at the Premier League club, which is approximately £50,000 per week, in addition to the fact he is under contract until June 2029.
There are calls for Celtic to make Julian Araujo's loan move from Bournemouth permanent. A significant obstacle is the player's salary at the Premier League club, which is approximately £50,000 per week, in addition to the fact he is under contract until June 2029.
There is discussion around a potential permanent move to Celtic for Julian Araujo next season. On the Go Radio Football Show, Charlie Mulgrew stated he does not think Celtic will spend £10 million on a fullback. He explained that because Alistair Johnston is there, he does not think there is any chance of Celtic spending that amount to have two top-class fullbacks. Mulgrew added that when there is interest in a player, it is going to cost that kind of money. He also mentioned that Alistair Johnston is at the club and stated that one could argue Johnston is a better fullback.
There is discussion around a potential permanent move to Celtic for Julian Araujo next season. On the Go Radio Football Show, Charlie Mulgrew stated he does not think Celtic will spend £10 million on a fullback. He explained that because Alistair Johnston is there, he does not think there is any chance of Celtic spending that amount to have two top-class fullbacks. Mulgrew added that when there is interest in a player, it is going to cost that kind of money. He also mentioned that Alistair Johnston is at the club and stated that one could argue Johnston is a better fullback.
Celtic face competition from Mexican side Cruz Azul for the permanent addition of Julian Araujo. According to Vamos Show, Araujo is one of the players being considered by Cruz Azul, and the outlet also stated that they are investigating the price before beginning any negotiations. Bournemouth may decide to use Julian Araujo next season but could also see this as an option to receive money for a player who is performing well. They will want to recover most of the £9.5m they paid for him, and if they were to recover their initial investment, that would make him one of Celtic’s most expensive signings.
Celtic face competition from Mexican side Cruz Azul for the permanent addition of Julian Araujo. According to Vamos Show, Araujo is one of the players being considered by Cruz Azul, and the outlet also stated that they are investigating the price before beginning any negotiations. Bournemouth may decide to use Julian Araujo next season but could also see this as an option to receive money for a player who is performing well. They will want to recover most of the £9.5m they paid for him, and if they were to recover their initial investment, that would make him one of Celtic’s most expensive signings.
According to The Daily Record, Celtic face serious competition to retain Julian Araujo. The player has become popular with fans following his loan move from Bournemouth in January. His deal does not contain an option to buy and he is scheduled to return to the English Premier League club after the season finishes.
According to The Daily Record, Celtic face serious competition to retain Julian Araujo. The player has become popular with fans following his loan move from Bournemouth in January. His deal does not contain an option to buy and he is scheduled to return to the English Premier League club after the season finishes.
According to The Daily Record, it is uncertain if Bournemouth loanee Julian Araujo will return to Celtic next season, with Celtic's first-choice right-back Alistair Johnston recovering from a long-term muscle injury.
According to The Daily Record, it is uncertain if Bournemouth loanee Julian Araujo will return to Celtic next season, with Celtic's first-choice right-back Alistair Johnston recovering from a long-term muscle injury.
According to recent reports, Celtic are prepared to sell Anthony Ralston to help fund a permanent transfer for Julian Araujo.
According to recent reports, Celtic are prepared to sell Anthony Ralston to help fund a permanent transfer for Julian Araujo.
Celtic are interested in a permanent deal to sign current loanee Julian Araujo. Their deal with Bournemouth does not include a buy clause, which makes a permanent deal more difficult to negotiate. Celtic are prepared to create a space in their squad for Araujo by selling another defender this summer.
Celtic are interested in a permanent deal to sign current loanee Julian Araujo. Their deal with Bournemouth does not include a buy clause, which makes a permanent deal more difficult to negotiate. Celtic are prepared to create a space in their squad for Araujo by selling another defender this summer.
There have been calls for Celtic to make Julian Araujo's loan move from Bournemouth permanent this summer, and Araujo has not ruled out extending his stay in Glasgow. Martin O'Neill hinted that Araujo's long-term aim will be to succeed in the Premier League. Araujo stated that football is unpredictable and anything can happen. He added that he has been happy at Celtic, is enjoying his football, and is letting his agent handle other matters.
There have been calls for Celtic to make Julian Araujo's loan move from Bournemouth permanent this summer, and Araujo has not ruled out extending his stay in Glasgow. Martin O'Neill hinted that Araujo's long-term aim will be to succeed in the Premier League. Araujo stated that football is unpredictable and anything can happen. He added that he has been happy at Celtic, is enjoying his football, and is letting his agent handle other matters.
Julian Araujo has joined Celtic on loan from Bournemouth, with the agreement lasting until the end of the 2025/26 season. The Mexican international made his debut at Celtic Park during the recent Glasgow Derby against Rangers, where he appeared as a second-half substitute.
Julian Araujo has joined Celtic on loan from Bournemouth, with the agreement lasting until the end of the 2025/26 season. The Mexican international made his debut at Celtic Park during the recent Glasgow Derby against Rangers, where he appeared as a second-half substitute.
Julian Araujo stated that Celtic showed a lot of interest and he wanted to begin as soon as possible, aiming to join a team that wanted him on January 1st rather than waiting for the entire January window. Araujo mentioned that his new manager, Wilfried Nancy, was a significant reason in agreeing to join the club.
Julian Araujo stated that Celtic showed a lot of interest and he wanted to begin as soon as possible, aiming to join a team that wanted him on January 1st rather than waiting for the entire January window. Araujo mentioned that his new manager, Wilfried Nancy, was a significant reason in agreeing to join the club.
Julián Araujo was named on the Bournemouth bench for their match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge a couple of nights before he was officially announced as a Celtic player. Araujo was photographed with Bournemouth’s matchday squad in London on Tuesday night. Celtic TV Presenter Gerry McCulloch welcomed Julián Araujo to Celtic and said that the player had been training for a couple of days.
Julián Araujo was named on the Bournemouth bench for their match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge a couple of nights before he was officially announced as a Celtic player. Araujo was photographed with Bournemouth’s matchday squad in London on Tuesday night. Celtic TV Presenter Gerry McCulloch welcomed Julián Araujo to Celtic and said that the player had been training for a couple of days.
Julián Araujo took part in training at Lennoxtown this morning as he continues to adapt quickly to Celtic. His quick integration has been helped by the welcome he has received from teammates.
Julián Araujo took part in training at Lennoxtown this morning as he continues to adapt quickly to Celtic. His quick integration has been helped by the welcome he has received from teammates.
Julian Araujo said he is very happy to join Celtic, stating that it is a top club and that he is eager to begin and work hard with the other players to bring their fans success. Wilfried Nancy said they are delighted to bring Julian to Celtic. Nancy added that he is a very talented player with a good level of experience and they think the qualities he will bring will be very beneficial to the squad.
Julian Araujo said he is very happy to join Celtic, stating that it is a top club and that he is eager to begin and work hard with the other players to bring their fans success. Wilfried Nancy said they are delighted to bring Julian to Celtic. Nancy added that he is a very talented player with a good level of experience and they think the qualities he will bring will be very beneficial to the squad.
Celtic Football Club confirmed on January 2, 2026, that Julián Araujo has joined Celtic on loan from AFC Bournemouth until the end of the season.
Celtic Football Club confirmed on January 2, 2026, that Julián Araujo has joined Celtic on loan from AFC Bournemouth until the end of the season.
Celtic has signed Julian Araujo, a right-back from Bournemouth, on loan for the rest of the season. He is the first signing for Wilfried Nancy as manager of Celtic.
Celtic has signed Julian Araujo, a right-back from Bournemouth, on loan for the rest of the season. He is the first signing for Wilfried Nancy as manager of Celtic.
According to BBC Sport Scotland, Celtic have finalised a loan move for Bournemouth's Julian Araujo, the first signing of the Wilfried Nancy era. The Mexico international is in Glasgow after having a medical. Kheredine Idessane described the deal as being done. He will join on loan for the remainder of the season, and it is understood that there is no option to make the deal permanent in the summer. Araujo is expected to be officially announced by the club on Friday, and it is understood that he could make his debut in the Old Firm derby on Saturday.
According to BBC Sport Scotland, Celtic have finalised a loan move for Bournemouth's Julian Araujo, the first signing of the Wilfried Nancy era. The Mexico international is in Glasgow after having a medical. Kheredine Idessane described the deal as being done. He will join on loan for the remainder of the season, and it is understood that there is no option to make the deal permanent in the summer. Araujo is expected to be officially announced by the club on Friday, and it is understood that he could make his debut in the Old Firm derby on Saturday.
According to Récord, Julián Araujo's move to Celtic is imminent. Araujo is seeking playing time in Scotland because of a lack of opportunities and constant injuries in the English league. Coach Wilfried Nancy's urgency to have Araujo is a response to recent defensive weaknesses, and Celtic's board is facing growing protests regarding sporting planning and the management of transfers this winter. Julián Araujo has the challenge of validating the nine million pounds that Bournemouth previously paid for his rights.
According to Récord, Julián Araujo's move to Celtic is imminent. Araujo is seeking playing time in Scotland because of a lack of opportunities and constant injuries in the English league. Coach Wilfried Nancy's urgency to have Araujo is a response to recent defensive weaknesses, and Celtic's board is facing growing protests regarding sporting planning and the management of transfers this winter. Julián Araujo has the challenge of validating the nine million pounds that Bournemouth previously paid for his rights.
According to The Scottish Sun, Julian Araujo is in Glasgow and could make his debut in Saturday’s derby clash against Rangers. Celtic are reportedly set to complete the loan signing of the Bournemouth right-back, for whom the transfer has not been successful.
According to The Scottish Sun, Julian Araujo is in Glasgow and could make his debut in Saturday’s derby clash against Rangers. Celtic are reportedly set to complete the loan signing of the Bournemouth right-back, for whom the transfer has not been successful.
According to Mark McAdam, Celtic have agreed a loan deal with Bournemouth for right-back Julian Araujo, with the move nearing completion. Araujo arrived in Glasgow earlier today as talks progressed. Further reporting suggests the Mexico international is still in Glasgow and is waiting for a medical before he signs. The agreement in place is a loan until the end of the season, and at this point there is no option to buy. An obstacle has been Bournemouth’s international loan cap. To free up an international loan slot, Bournemouth are set to recall Dominic Sadi from his loan at Novi Pazar, which would permit Araujo’s move to be finalised. If Bournemouth complete Sadi’s recall and the medical is successful, the deal will be completed.
According to Mark McAdam, Celtic have agreed a loan deal with Bournemouth for right-back Julian Araujo, with the move nearing completion. Araujo arrived in Glasgow earlier today as talks progressed. Further reporting suggests the Mexico international is still in Glasgow and is waiting for a medical before he signs. The agreement in place is a loan until the end of the season, and at this point there is no option to buy. An obstacle has been Bournemouth’s international loan cap. To free up an international loan slot, Bournemouth are set to recall Dominic Sadi from his loan at Novi Pazar, which would permit Araujo’s move to be finalised. If Bournemouth complete Sadi’s recall and the medical is successful, the deal will be completed.
Telegraph reporter Mike McGrath reports that sources at Bournemouth expect full-back Julian Araujo to join Celtic on loan until the summer.
Telegraph reporter Mike McGrath reports that sources at Bournemouth expect full-back Julian Araujo to join Celtic on loan until the summer.
According to the Daily Record, Celtic are targeting a move for Bournemouth’s Julian Araujo. The Mexican international is a top target for the Celtic manager when the transfer window opens and could fill the right-back position for the injured Alistair Johnston. If Celtic can agree a loan deal with Bournemouth, Araujo is interested in going on loan to get playing time ahead of the World Cup finals, which his country will co-host.
According to the Daily Record, Celtic are targeting a move for Bournemouth’s Julian Araujo. The Mexican international is a top target for the Celtic manager when the transfer window opens and could fill the right-back position for the injured Alistair Johnston. If Celtic can agree a loan deal with Bournemouth, Araujo is interested in going on loan to get playing time ahead of the World Cup finals, which his country will co-host.
Celtic is one of the clubs interested in signing former Barcelona defender Julian Araujo, who is valued at £9 million and may potentially leave Bournemouth. The 24-year-old Mexico international has not played frequently since joining the Premier League side from La Liga in the summer of 2024. Celtic's need for a defender has increased with Alistair Johnston recovering from a hamstring injury, and Araujo is seen as a suitable player for the right-sided position in Wilfried Nancy's 3-4-3 system. Celtic are prepared to proceed if Bournemouth approves a January loan departure for the player, who has earned 16 caps for his country.
Celtic is one of the clubs interested in signing former Barcelona defender Julian Araujo, who is valued at £9 million and may potentially leave Bournemouth. The 24-year-old Mexico international has not played frequently since joining the Premier League side from La Liga in the summer of 2024. Celtic's need for a defender has increased with Alistair Johnston recovering from a hamstring injury, and Araujo is seen as a suitable player for the right-sided position in Wilfried Nancy's 3-4-3 system. Celtic are prepared to proceed if Bournemouth approves a January loan departure for the player, who has earned 16 caps for his country.
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