Hacken midfielder Pontus Dahbo is being closely monitored by Celtic scouts, despite having limited first-team experience. Dahbo is valued at £3.4m by the Swedish club and has a contract with Hacken until 2025, making him an attractive target for the Scottish champions.
Meanwhile, Celtic midfielder Daniel Kelly has options from Bayer Leverkusen and other clubs, but the Scottish champions are hoping to persuade the 18-year-old to extend his contract beyond its expiry in December. Kelly’s future with the club is uncertain, but Celtic is working to secure him for the long term.
Republic of Ireland Under-21 winger Rocco Vata is now a free agent after his Celtic contract ended. Despite interest from clubs in Italy and England, Celtic is eager to retain the 19-year-old with a new long-term deal.
B team player Paulo Bernardo will join Benfica’s pre-season training, but his chances of making it to the first-team squad are limited. Talks are ongoing about a possible return to Celtic after last season’s loan spell.
Etienne Vaessen has completed his transfer from Waalwijk to newly promoted Groningen, despite previous reports linking him to Celtic. The 28-year-old goalkeeper’s move was known in Dutch football circles, putting an end to any potential interest from Celtic.
