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Paulo Bernardo Transfer from Celtic to Górnik Zabrze
According to the Daily Record, Paulo Bernardo revealed he communicated clearly to his manager and the Celtic hierarchy that he wanted to get regular game time again, describing another season having a peripheral role in the squad in Glasgow's East End as something that was not an option.
According to the Daily Record, Paulo Bernardo revealed he communicated clearly to his manager and the Celtic hierarchy that he wanted to get regular game time again, describing another season having a peripheral role in the squad in Glasgow's East End as something that was not an option.
In an interview with Meczyki.pl, Górnik Zabrze's sporting director Łukasz Milik stated that Paulo Bernardo's transfer from Celtic was a surprise to many, including coach Michal Gašparík. Milik also said that Bernardo was persuaded to join by the club's project and authenticity, not by a higher salary.
In an interview with Meczyki.pl, Górnik Zabrze's sporting director Łukasz Milik stated that Paulo Bernardo's transfer from Celtic was a surprise to many, including coach Michal Gašparík. Milik also said that Bernardo was persuaded to join by the club's project and authenticity, not by a higher salary.
Łukasz Olkowicz reports in 'Przegląd Sportowy Onet' that bringing Paulo Bernardo to Górnik Zabrze required significant effort, particularly from Łukasz Milik. Bernardo, who debuted for Górnik Zabrze in the match against Radomiak Radom last weekend, was brought in from Celtic very close to the deadline. According to the report, if any issues had arisen, Paulo Bernardo could not have been registered for the Europa League qualifying match against Ferencváros. Negotiations continued late into the night, with additional arrangements made on the day of the team's departure to Budapest. The transfer window for Europa League teams was closing at midnight, and Celtic was aware of Górnik Zabrze's urgency, which they used during negotiations. Authorities from PZPN, Ekstraklasa, and the Silesian ZPN assisted in completing the formalities and ensuring quick registration for the player.
Łukasz Olkowicz reports in 'Przegląd Sportowy Onet' that bringing Paulo Bernardo to Górnik Zabrze required significant effort, particularly from Łukasz Milik. Bernardo, who debuted for Górnik Zabrze in the match against Radomiak Radom last weekend, was brought in from Celtic very close to the deadline. According to the report, if any issues had arisen, Paulo Bernardo could not have been registered for the Europa League qualifying match against Ferencváros. Negotiations continued late into the night, with additional arrangements made on the day of the team's departure to Budapest. The transfer window for Europa League teams was closing at midnight, and Celtic was aware of Górnik Zabrze's urgency, which they used during negotiations. Authorities from PZPN, Ekstraklasa, and the Silesian ZPN assisted in completing the formalities and ensuring quick registration for the player.
Gornik Zabrze acquired Paulo Bernardo from Celtic FC on a loan basis with an option to buy. The transfer was previously announced by Lukas Podolski. Paulo Bernardo stated that he consulted with Lech Poznań star Luis Palma before the transfer. Bernardo said that when the transfer proposal appeared, he had a strong desire to come to Gornik Zabrze and is convinced that this decision is correct. He also revealed that Luis Palma's recommendation made the final decision easier for him.
Gornik Zabrze acquired Paulo Bernardo from Celtic FC on a loan basis with an option to buy. The transfer was previously announced by Lukas Podolski. Paulo Bernardo stated that he consulted with Lech Poznań star Luis Palma before the transfer. Bernardo said that when the transfer proposal appeared, he had a strong desire to come to Gornik Zabrze and is convinced that this decision is correct. He also revealed that Luis Palma's recommendation made the final decision easier for him.
Maloney explained that Paulo Bernardo and O'Neill agreed that playing regularly elsewhere represents the best option for his development, while a return to Celtic’s plans next season was not ruled out. Maloney stated that Paulo and Martin spoke and came to the decision that if he was not going to be a regular at Celtic, he should go and get games. Maloney also said there was a loan offer for Bernardo in January and that Celtic really wanted him to stay.
Maloney explained that Paulo Bernardo and O'Neill agreed that playing regularly elsewhere represents the best option for his development, while a return to Celtic’s plans next season was not ruled out. Maloney stated that Paulo and Martin spoke and came to the decision that if he was not going to be a regular at Celtic, he should go and get games. Maloney also said there was a loan offer for Bernardo in January and that Celtic really wanted him to stay.
Gornik Zabrze's signing of Paulo Bernardo from Celtic this summer followed lengthy negotiations. According to Polish journalist Lukasz Olkowicz of Przeglad Sportowy, Gornik sporting director Lukas Milik twice abandoned negotiations with Celtic before resuming them. The discussions stretched over a three-week period before an agreement was eventually reached. Gornik have invested heavily in their squad this summer while balancing a European qualifying campaign, and Paulo Bernardo's transfer to the Polish side was surprising.
Gornik Zabrze's signing of Paulo Bernardo from Celtic this summer followed lengthy negotiations. According to Polish journalist Lukasz Olkowicz of Przeglad Sportowy, Gornik sporting director Lukas Milik twice abandoned negotiations with Celtic before resuming them. The discussions stretched over a three-week period before an agreement was eventually reached. Gornik have invested heavily in their squad this summer while balancing a European qualifying campaign, and Paulo Bernardo's transfer to the Polish side was surprising.
Górnik Zabrze announced they have acquired Paulo Bernardo from Celtic on a loan that includes a buyout option. The club finalized the required formalities in time, allowing for Paulo Bernardo's registration for the two-legged UEFA Europa League qualifier against Ferencváros.
Górnik Zabrze announced they have acquired Paulo Bernardo from Celtic on a loan that includes a buyout option. The club finalized the required formalities in time, allowing for Paulo Bernardo's registration for the two-legged UEFA Europa League qualifier against Ferencváros.
Celtic confirmed on Tuesday evening that Paulo Bernardo has departed to join Polish side Górnik Zabrze on loan, a deal which includes an option to buy for the 24-year-old Portuguese midfielder. The midfielder's exit occurred after he was not included in Martin O’Neill’s plans. The ex-Benfica player signed with a new agent in April. He had a lower priority in team selection following an injury and a change in management after he was signed permanently in the summer of 2024. The Portugal U21 international has 32 caps and 11 goals, and his market value is currently €3.50m, according to Transfermarkt.
Celtic confirmed on Tuesday evening that Paulo Bernardo has departed to join Polish side Górnik Zabrze on loan, a deal which includes an option to buy for the 24-year-old Portuguese midfielder. The midfielder's exit occurred after he was not included in Martin O’Neill’s plans. The ex-Benfica player signed with a new agent in April. He had a lower priority in team selection following an injury and a change in management after he was signed permanently in the summer of 2024. The Portugal U21 international has 32 caps and 11 goals, and his market value is currently €3.50m, according to Transfermarkt.
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