Celtic Targeting Four New Signings Before Europa League Deadline
· Sports · BBC Sport
Celtic assistant manager Shaun Maloney confirmed the club is working to secure up to four new players before the Europa League squad registration deadline on Wednesday. The Scottish champions are currently seeking to strengthen their midfield and recruit a left-back to provide competition for Kieran Tierney. While the club has been linked to players including Sam Johnstone, Oliver Sorensen, and Joel van den Berg, Maloney stated that no deals are currently confirmed. The club is also evaluating the future of midfielder Reo Hatate, who could potentially move on before the transfer window closes. Celtic aims to finalize these additions to bolster the squad's speed and power for upcoming European fixtures.
Why it matters
The recruitment drive is critical for Celtic's competitive depth in the Europa League and the Scottish Premiership, as the club looks to replace the specific profile of players like Arne Engels before the transfer deadline.
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