In The Know reporter names NINE Celtic transfer targets

Stephen McGowan has published a detailed breakdown of Celtic’s summer transfer targets. 

During Peter Lawwell’s time as CEO the Daily Mail reporter developed a strong track record of anticipating Celtic’s transfer movements, early in his latest piece Mark Lawwell is referenced as the new head of recruitment. 

Deals for Jota and Carter-Vickers are touched on without any timescale put on when decisions are likely, at a combined £12m the outcome of those talks will have a knock on effect on discussions for other players.  

Vinicius Souza of Lommel and Kevin N’Doram of Metz are mentioned as midfield options, McGowan then summarises Celtic’s transfer activity with: 

Keen to strengthen in a number of areas, former Dundee United keeper Benjamin Siegrist is in talks with the champions following the departure of Greek international Vasilis Barkas.  

Left-back is also a priority, with Argentine Francisco Ortega and Mohanad Jeahze of Hammarby the subject of positive scouting reports. 

Celtic also hope to complete permanent deals for winger Jota and central defender Cameron Carter-Vickers and remain in the market for another ball-playing centre-half and a striker. 

With five players named as well as Jota and Carter-Vickers, plus a striker and centre-half- there should be some busy times over the coming weeks. 

The departure of Vasilis Barkas is likely to be followed by outbound moves for Boli Bolingoli, Albian Ajeti, Chris Jullien and Ismaila Soro although they are more likely to go out on loan. Utrecht are reported to be paying two thirds of Barkas’ wages. 

Without the distraction of UEFA qualifiers and with the lure of Champions League football there should be a clarity to this summer’s transfer activity.