Michael Noonan, an alleged Celtic target, is reportedly nearing a transfer from Shamrock Rovers to Ajax. The 17-year-old Irish centre-forward is in advanced discussions with the Dutch club, where he is expected to join their youth squad which competes in the Dutch second tier. Celtic's interest in the player was believed to be long-term, although he was not anticipated to be an immediate starter. TSG Hoffenheim and Chelsea had also been linked with him. This situation is similar to one from the previous year when Ajax also signed a player ahead of Celtic. Last season, Noonan scored three goals in 28 appearances and previously became the youngest scorer in Europa Conference League history at age 16 when he scored for the Shamrock Rovers first-team against Molde. The Republic of Ireland U21 international, who has 4 caps and 1 goal, is under contract at Shamrock Rovers until November 2026 and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €400k.