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Mohamed Bamba Transfer from Lorient to Celtic
A bid for Mohamed Bamba was rejected by Lorient earlier this month. According to Ouest-France, the Ivorian is still a target for Parkhead as they search for more attacking options. However, Lorient manager Olivier Pantaloni has indicated a deal is unlikely. He told Le Telegramme that at one point there was a possibility of the player going out on loan. Pantaloni added that he had said that if there was a departure, it would have to be compensated for. With no arrivals planned at that level, the manager does not think Bamba will leave.
A bid for Mohamed Bamba was rejected by Lorient earlier this month. According to Ouest-France, the Ivorian is still a target for Parkhead as they search for more attacking options. However, Lorient manager Olivier Pantaloni has indicated a deal is unlikely. He told Le Telegramme that at one point there was a possibility of the player going out on loan. Pantaloni added that he had said that if there was a departure, it would have to be compensated for. With no arrivals planned at that level, the manager does not think Bamba will leave.
Lorient's Mo Bamba has been linked with a move to Parkhead and is one of three players said to be most likely to move to Glasgow before the January transfer window ends.
Lorient's Mo Bamba has been linked with a move to Parkhead and is one of three players said to be most likely to move to Glasgow before the January transfer window ends.
David Friel of the Scottish Sun stated that Mohamed Bamba is a striker linked to Celtic whom he could see developing. Friel described Bamba as a player who scored many goals in Austria, moved to France, and initially scored many goals before experiencing a difficult period with injury and lack of confidence. Friel said Bamba is not going to play for Lorient and does not have a good relationship with the manager there, so he thinks Bamba will be available. It is also stated that since picking up a long-term injury in 2024, Bamba has been unable to regain a place in the Lorient team and is expected to leave this month. Bamba’s agency company is owned by Dudu Dahan.
David Friel of the Scottish Sun stated that Mohamed Bamba is a striker linked to Celtic whom he could see developing. Friel described Bamba as a player who scored many goals in Austria, moved to France, and initially scored many goals before experiencing a difficult period with injury and lack of confidence. Friel said Bamba is not going to play for Lorient and does not have a good relationship with the manager there, so he thinks Bamba will be available. It is also stated that since picking up a long-term injury in 2024, Bamba has been unable to regain a place in the Lorient team and is expected to leave this month. Bamba’s agency company is owned by Dudu Dahan.
An interest in Mohamed Bamba has been credited to Celtic, with reports suggesting a loan move with an option to buy has been discussed. Bamba is one of several names being assessed by the club. He has been included in Lorient's provisional roster for their upcoming match against Monaco after he was previously left out of the squad for disciplinary reasons.
An interest in Mohamed Bamba has been credited to Celtic, with reports suggesting a loan move with an option to buy has been discussed. Bamba is one of several names being assessed by the club. He has been included in Lorient's provisional roster for their upcoming match against Monaco after he was previously left out of the squad for disciplinary reasons.
Mohamed Bamba, a Celtic target, is reportedly on Lorient’s list of players to be moved on before the club recruits this month. According to Onze Mondial, the French club's plan is to reduce their squad size. It is understood that Celtic are interested in loaning Bamba with a purchase option included in the agreement.
Mohamed Bamba, a Celtic target, is reportedly on Lorient’s list of players to be moved on before the club recruits this month. According to Onze Mondial, the French club's plan is to reduce their squad size. It is understood that Celtic are interested in loaning Bamba with a purchase option included in the agreement.
According to the Daily Record, Lorient manager Olivier Pantaloni explained that Mohamed Bamba's omission from the squad for the Coupe de France was a minor sanction for a lack of group discipline. Bamba has returned to full training with Lorient. However, any deal is unlikely before the game against Monaco because Lorient striker Sambou Soumano sustained a knee injury and could miss the match.
According to the Daily Record, Lorient manager Olivier Pantaloni explained that Mohamed Bamba's omission from the squad for the Coupe de France was a minor sanction for a lack of group discipline. Bamba has returned to full training with Lorient. However, any deal is unlikely before the game against Monaco because Lorient striker Sambou Soumano sustained a knee injury and could miss the match.
Mohamed Bamba has been excluded from Lorient's squad for what was described as a lack of discipline, amid speculated interest from Celtic, who are described as being close to signing the 24-year-old striker. According to manager Olivier Pantaloni, Bamba is no longer favoured at Lorient after repeated indiscretions. Despite the disciplinary concerns, Pantaloni maintains Bamba's future is within the team and indicates his return is imminent. As the speculated interest from Celtic continues, Bamba's future at Lorient is described as uncertain.
Mohamed Bamba has been excluded from Lorient's squad for what was described as a lack of discipline, amid speculated interest from Celtic, who are described as being close to signing the 24-year-old striker. According to manager Olivier Pantaloni, Bamba is no longer favoured at Lorient after repeated indiscretions. Despite the disciplinary concerns, Pantaloni maintains Bamba's future is within the team and indicates his return is imminent. As the speculated interest from Celtic continues, Bamba's future at Lorient is described as uncertain.
According to Ouest-France, Celtic Glasgow has shown interest in Mohamed Bamba and has submitted a loan offer with a purchase option to Lorient's management. Bamba is under contract with Lorient until 2028. The forward arrived at the club in January 2024, scoring eight goals in 16 Ligue 1 matches. This season, he has faced difficulties due to injuries and a lack of continuity, and has scored one league goal. Bamba was also not included in the Lorient squad for the Coupe de France match against Hauts-Lyonnais because of a disciplinary sanction.
According to Ouest-France, Celtic Glasgow has shown interest in Mohamed Bamba and has submitted a loan offer with a purchase option to Lorient's management. Bamba is under contract with Lorient until 2028. The forward arrived at the club in January 2024, scoring eight goals in 16 Ligue 1 matches. This season, he has faced difficulties due to injuries and a lack of continuity, and has scored one league goal. Bamba was also not included in the Lorient squad for the Coupe de France match against Hauts-Lyonnais because of a disciplinary sanction.
Celtic have submitted an offer to sign Lorient forward Mohamed Bamba. The proposal is reported to be a loan with an option to buy for the 24-year-old. Bamba has not been a regular starter this season, scoring one goal. This follows a campaign where he contributed a combined 10 goals and assists in Ligue 2 to help Lorient gain promotion. The potential transfer occurs as Celtic are seeking to add attackers in the January window.
Celtic have submitted an offer to sign Lorient forward Mohamed Bamba. The proposal is reported to be a loan with an option to buy for the 24-year-old. Bamba has not been a regular starter this season, scoring one goal. This follows a campaign where he contributed a combined 10 goals and assists in Ligue 2 to help Lorient gain promotion. The potential transfer occurs as Celtic are seeking to add attackers in the January window.
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