Celtic Confirm Kasper Høgh Signing As £11m Striker Takes Number Nine Shirt
Celtic have officially confirmed the signing of Kasper Høgh from Bodø/Glimt, bringing an end to one of the summer’s longest-running transfer stories.
The Danish striker arrives at Celtic Park in a deal worth a reported £11 million plus add-ons, making him one of the biggest investments in the club’s history. Høgh has signed a four-year contract running until 2030, with Celtic holding the option of an additional year, and he will wear the famous No.9 shirt.
European pedigree arrives at Celtic Park
Høgh joins Celtic with an impressive reputation built on his performances in Norway and, in particular, on the European stage. Last season he scored against Manchester City, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan during Bodø/Glimt’s Champions League campaign, underlining his ability to perform against elite opposition.
At 25, he arrives at what many would consider the peak years of his career and is expected to lead the line as Celtic prepare for another domestic title challenge and a demanding Champions League campaign.
A timely boost after Maeda’s departure
The confirmation of Høgh’s arrival follows the departure of Daizen Maeda to Ipswich Town, giving supporters the proven goalscorer many had hoped would arrive before the competitive season gets underway.
Strong in the air, intelligent with his movement and clinical inside the penalty area, Høgh has developed into one of the most highly-rated forwards in Scandinavian football. Celtic will now hope those qualities translate quickly to Scottish football.
Attention now turns to further business
While the signing of Høgh is a significant statement, attention will now turn to the remainder of Celtic’s transfer business before the window closes. The club have strengthened their attack, but supporters will be looking for further additions as preparations continue for the new campaign.
For now, though, Celtic fans can celebrate the arrival of a striker who comes to Glasgow with an outstanding goalscoring record, European experience and the expectation that he can become a major figure in green and white.
