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Celtic appear set to miss out on the signing of long-term target Jakob Breum, with reports in France claiming Saint-Etienne have struck an agreement with Go Ahead Eagles for the midfielder’s transfer. The Danish Under-21 international has been on Celtic’s radar for more than a year, with the club linked with moves during each of the last three transfer windows. Despite renewed speculation that the Hoops would revive their interest this summer after unsuccessful bids in January, Breum now looks destined for France. 🚨🟢🇩🇰 #Ligue2 | 🔐 Accord trouvé entre l’ASSE et Go Ahead Eagles pour le transfert de Jakob…

Plans are progressing to commemorate Celtic icon and Lisbon Lion John Clark with a statue in his home village of Chapelhall. Clark, who formed the famous central defensive partnership with Billy McNeill during Celtic’s 1967 European Cup triumph, enjoyed a remarkable association with the club spanning more than 50 years, later serving as a coach, assistant manager and kitman. He sadly passed away last summer aged 84. The bronze statue will be created by acclaimed London-based sculptor Douglas Jennings and will be inspired by the iconic image of Clark lifting the European Cup in Lisbon. According to Lanarkshire Live, Airdrie…

Celtic have unveiled CelticPlayer as the club’s new official streaming platform, replacing Celtic TV as the home for live and on-demand video content. The new service marks the end of an era for Celtic TV, which first launched in 2004 before moving to a fully digital platform in 2011. Once the club completes the transition to its new system, the Celtic TV brand will be no more. The overhaul follows feedback gathered through the club’s 2024 Fan Survey, with Celtic aiming to modernise its digital offering rather than simply change its branding. Among the key changes, CelticPlayer will offer supporters…

The Celtic Fans Collective has renewed its call for Celtic to end the club’s ban on fan media outlets, issuing a fresh statement urging greater engagement with independent supporter platforms. Fan media – including ourselves at CelticShorts – have been excluded from Celtic press conferences since December, when the club withdrew accreditation following what the club later described as an “internal review”. The decision came during a period of growing supporter unrest, with tensions reaching a peak around the club’s AGM. Reaffirming its stance, the Collective said independent fan media plays an important role in informing supporters, encouraging debate and…

Kelechi Iheanacho has become the subject of interest from Turkish side Bursaspor, with reports claiming the newly-promoted Super Lig club have intensified their pursuit of the Nigerian forward… The striker’s future remains unresolved after Celtic decided against triggering the option to extend his stay, leaving his next move up in the air ahead of the new season. Despite growing interest elsewhere, Iheanacho is believed to favour remaining at Celtic. His representatives have made it known that staying in Glasgow is the player’s preference, although there has been no indication of significant progress in discussions with the Scottish champions. Iheanacho proved…

Joe Hart has opened up on his time at Celtic, describing his spell in Glasgow as the perfect ending to his career and admitting he will always be grateful for the opportunity he was given… The former England international arrived at Celtic in 2021 in what many viewed as a surprise move. After years as England’s first-choice goalkeeper, Hart’s career had stalled following spells with Burnley, West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur, where he found himself on the fringes. Ange Postecoglou handed the experienced goalkeeper a fresh start, and Hart quickly became one of the dressing room’s leaders as Celtic…

Greg Wallace is reportedly set to leave Celtic after accepting a role on Brendan Rodgers’ coaching staff at Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah. The 34-year-old has been an important figure behind the scenes at the Scottish champions, serving as Head Analyst and First Team Coach after initially arriving from Tottenham Hotspur four years ago as a video analyst. During Wallace’s time at the club, Celtic secured four consecutive league titles, with his work earning widespread recognition. Ange Postecoglou was keen to bring him back to Tottenham following his move to North London in 2023, but Wallace opted to remain in…

Celtic remain in contention for Hertha Berlin goalkeeper Tjark Ernst despite recent claims suggesting Wolfsburg had already secured a deal for the highly rated shot-stopper. The 23-year-old has been identified as one of the goalkeepers Celtic are monitoring as they plan for life beyond Kasper Schmeichel, with recruitment in that position expected to be a priority. Wolfsburg, who suffered relegation from the Bundesliga after ending a 29-year stay in Germany’s top flight, have also made Ernst a leading target. The German club, who came close to signing Daizen Maeda last summer, are once again competing with Celtic in the transfer…

Celtic’s reported interest in Soufiane El-Faouzi appears to be over after the midfielder agreed to extend his stay with Schalke. The 23-year-old had emerged as one of the more eye-catching names linked with the Scottish champions, despite attracting attention from clubs across the Premier League and Serie A. El-Faouzi’s stock has risen dramatically since joining Schalke in a £175,000 deal last summer. After playing a key role in helping the German side secure promotion back to the Bundesliga, the midfielder has become one of the club’s standout performers. Before completing his switch to Germany, El-Faouzi had been close to joining…

Celtic may yet have an opportunity to land Alfie Devine this summer despite expectations that the midfielder would complete a permanent move to Preston North End… The 20-year-old spent last season on loan at Deepdale, featuring in 45 of Preston’s 46 Championship fixtures, and the Lancashire club have been widely expected to activate their option to sign him from Tottenham Hotspur. However, Devine remains a player of interest to Celtic. Earlier this year, Martin O’Neill and Mark Fotheringham were in attendance to watch Preston’s Championship meeting with QPR, with the talented midfielder understood to have been one of the players…

Daizen Maeda has fuelled fresh speculation over his Celtic future after suggesting he needs to take the next step in his career following Japan’s World Cup elimination. Japan’s hopes of progressing were ended in dramatic fashion as Brazil struck a late winner courtesy of Gabriel Martinelli, condemning them to a third successive heartbreaking knockout exit from the tournament. Maeda completed the full 90 minutes and was widely praised for an energetic display, with several pundits – including Ange Postecoglou – highlighting his performance despite the disappointing result. The forward had already been linked with a potential move away from Celtic…

Flavio Nazinho has sealed a permanent transfer to AS Monaco, ending any lingering speculation over a move to Celtic after previously being linked with the Scottish champions. The Portuguese left-back emerged as a target for the Hoops last summer following a string of impressive performances for Cercle Brugge, while he also enhanced his reputation with Portugal at the UEFA Under-21 European Championship. Having progressed through Sporting CP’s academy, Nazinho was reportedly among Celtic’s preferred options at left-back during last summer’s window. However, no move materialised and he remained with the Belgian outfit for the 2025/26 campaign. 𝐅𝐥𝐚̀𝐯𝐢𝐨 𝐍𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐡𝐨 est Rouge…

Celtic are reportedly among a number of clubs keeping a close eye on Orgryte defender Michael Parker. The Scottish champions are still waiting to make their first signing of the transfer window, despite expectations of a busy summer at the Hoops. With several players expected to depart over the coming weeks, reinforcements are anticipated before the new campaign gets underway. Celtic and Rangers are among multiple clubs keeping tabs on former West Brom defender Michael Parker following his impressive form at Orgryte IS. Anderlecht, Udinese and Strasbourg are also keen on the defender. #Celtic #Rangers #Orgryte pic.twitter.com/eheTS3unwl — Pete O’Rourke…

Celtic-linked Elliot Watt is attracting significant transfer interest after Turkish Super Lig side Samsunspor reportedly had two seven-figure bids rejected… According to Daily Record, Fir Park club are believed to value Watt at around £3 million, although reports suggest an offer in the region of £1.75 million could be enough to begin negotiations. Watt was one of Motherwell’s standout performers last season, helping the Steelmen secure a fourth-place finish in the Scottish Premiership. Deployed in a deep-lying midfield role, he averaged more passes per game than any other midfielder in the division, with former manager Jens Berthel Askou previously…

Celtic are reportedly keeping an eye on Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis as uncertainty continues to surround the future of Arne Engels. The Belgian has emerged as a sought-after target this summer, with Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and Roma all understood to be leading the race for his signature in a deal that could be worth around £20 million. With interest in Engels intensifying, Celtic have already begun identifying possible replacements, and Gineitis is believed to be among the names under consideration. CelticShorts exclusively revealed earlier that Celtic will step up their efforts to sign Motherwell midfielder Elijah Just following his…

Celtic are poised to ramp up their interest in Motherwell midfielder Elijah Just after the New Zealand international impressed at the World Cup. The 26-year-old enhanced his growing reputation with a string of standout displays for the All White’s, scoring twice against Iran before finding the net again against Belgium to cap an impressive tournament. Just has been on Celtic’s radar since his first season at Fir Park, where he quickly established himself as one of the Premiership’s best attacking midfielders. His return of seven goals and eight assists in 43 appearances earned him a Player of the Year nomination.…

Yang Hyun-jun has apologised to South Korea’s supporters after their disappointing World Cup campaign ended in a group-stage exit, with the fallout continuing to intensify back home… The Celtic winger has accepted the players must take responsibility following their early elimination, which has triggered widespread criticism across the country. The backlash has already claimed manager Hong Myung-bo, who resigned after broadcasters blurred his face during a live press conference amid growing public anger. Security measures had to be stepped up ahead of the squad’s return to Seoul, with police having to guard manager Hong from protesters and disgruntled supporters. One…

Ange Postecoglou has singled out Daizen Maeda for praise after the Japan forward once again caught the eye with his tireless performance at the World Cup. The former Celtic manager, who signed Maeda for the Hoops in 2022, believes the 28-year-old’s pressing is among the very best in the game and can cause problems for any opponent. Speaking during STV’s half-time analysis of Japan’s last-16 clash with Brazil in Houston, Postecoglou urged the Japanese side to stick with their aggressive approach after taking a 1-0 lead into the break. Drawing on Japan’s previous World Cup disappointments against Belgium in 2018…

The Celtic Fans Collective has unveiled plans for a major overhaul of its organisation ahead of the start of the new season. The supporters’ group has circulated proposals to its membership which it says are designed to introduce a more sustainable, democratic and transparent framework for the Collective going forward. Existing member organisations have now been invited to study the document before casting their vote, with responses requested by Sunday. A proposal outlining a new sustainable, democratic and transparent structure for the Celtic Fans Collective has now been sent to all existing members. We would kindly ask all signatories to…

Elijah Just’s future is set to be discussed after the Motherwell star admitted he is leaving transfer matters in the hands of his agent. The 26-year-old has enjoyed a rapid rise in stock over the past year, attracting interest from Celtic following an impressive debut Scottish Premiership campaign. Just registered seven goals and eight assists in 43 appearances for the Steelmen, earning a nomination for the league’s Player of the Year award. His reputation has only grown at the World Cup, where the New Zealand international has scored three goals in as many matches, netting twice against Iran before adding…