Celtic weigh McGregor future as Ashour push continues
Celtic’s potential Champions League playoff opponents include NK Celje, Viking, AGF Aarhus, LASK and Omonia. The two-legged tie is on 18 and 26 August, with Camilo Duran the only signing so far.
Hotline debate around Celtic finances and signings after £6m Camilo Duran deal, with fans calling for reinforcements and mocking claims of £203m. Rival callers praise Rangers’ recruitment and joke about midfield glut.
Brondby chief Julius Ohnesorge says they are open to selling Benjamin Tahirovic but have had no contact from Celtic or Dortmund. The Bosnia midfielder starred at the World Cup and will review options after his break.
James and Alan Forrest faced off in Celtic vs Hearts on the final day. James celebrated a late title-clinching win and Double, while Alan was left gutted as Hearts’ dream ended.
Reims could sell their Ligue 2 standout defensive midfielder if a substantial offer arrives. Celtic face interest from West Ham and Trabzonspor, while Martin O’Neill plays down the link.
Reo Hatate ‘likes’ Rangers’ post announcing Cammy Devlin, splitting Celtic fan opinion amid his own mooted exit. Martin O’Neill says Hatate joined pre-season late after illness and is catching up.
Millwall join Bolton in the chase for Celtic striker Johnny Kenny after his 6 goals in 14 on loan. Bolton hoped a clear run, but Celtic are open to a sale if they replace him. Fee could exceed £850k with bids.
James Forrest says Kieran Tierney was the dressing-room DJ who played ‘The Best’ as Celtic celebrated their league and Scottish Cup Double, a cheeky nod to Rangers’ Ibrox anthem.
Celtic push to sign Egypt international Emam Ashour from Al Ahly for around £4m, with West Ham, Brighton and NEOM FC also in the hunt. Brentford reportedly lead the race for Daizen Maeda.
Celtic face competition for São Paulo’s Damián Bobadilla as Crystal Palace join Brighton and Brentford in monitoring him. Zenit plan a €10m bid, but São Paulo want nearer €20m after his World Cup displays for Paraguay.
Forrest urges Celtic to keep captain Callum McGregor amid Saudi links and agency switch. He hails McGregor’s leadership, welcomes £6m striker Camilo Duran, and calls for more signings to match ambition.
