Celtic Advances in Negotiations for Sigur
According to the Daily Record, talks have moved in a positive direction, but a final decision won't be made until Hajduk finishes its European commitments.
According to the Daily Record, talks have moved in a positive direction, but a final decision won't be made until Hajduk finishes its European commitments.
Scottish giants Celtic have made progress in their search for a new midfielder, with Niko Sigur, Hajduk's 22-year-old player, reportedly high on the Glasgow club's wish list. The Daily Record reports that talks are progressing well, but the final outcome won't be known in the short term.
According to the Scottish paper, Sigur has been aware of Celtic's interest for several weeks and is not indifferent to the possibility of moving to the Scottish champions. A particular draw for the 22-year-old Canadian international is the chance to play in the Champions League, as well as the fact that he would join his national teammate Alistair Johnston at Celtic.
The Split club expects Sigur to be in the squad during their push for UEFA Conference League qualification. As a result, Celtic, according to available information, will have to wait until Hajduk finishes its key European commitments. This development indicates that the Split side does not want to weaken their squad before matches that could have a significant impact on the rest of the season.
Although there is currently no talk of a potential transfer fee or contract terms, Celtic's interest could accelerate negotiations after the European ties. Sigur has the ability to play in multiple positions, making him an attractive option for the Scottish team. His energy, agility, and tactical flexibility fit the profile of the player Celtic is looking for in midfield.
According to Transfermarkt data, Sigur's market value is four million euros, and his contract with Hajduk runs until the summer of 2028. This gives the Split club a strong negotiating position, and Scottish media have already emphasized that a significant seven-figure bid would be needed for serious talks. The portal 67 Hail Hail, specialized in covering Celtic, concludes that Celtic no longer needs to convince Sigur that Glasgow is the right next step, but now must find a way to convince Hajduk to sell him.
Celtic is simultaneously in serious talks to bring in Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Balazs Toth. TeamTalk reports that the transfer could cost around four million pounds. The Scottish club is looking to strengthen several key positions, and the search for a goalkeeper is clearly more advanced than that for a midfielder.
Gvidas Gineitis could once again be on Celtic's wish list. The reported transfer of the Torino midfielder to Red Bull Salzburg has stalled, which could open a new opportunity for the Scottish champions. Celtic is considering multiple options to avoid a situation without reinforcements if an agreement with Hajduk is not reached within the planned timeframe.
Celtic's need for a new midfielder has grown further following Arne Engels' departure to West Ham. The Belgian midfielder left Glasgow, and the Scottish champions are now looking for solutions to strengthen their squad for domestic competitions and European commitments.
Michel-Ange Balikwisha could leave Celtic because, according to published information, he is not in coach Martin O'Neill's plans. Elversberg, Basel, and Monza are interested in the winger. Meanwhile, Rangers are trying to bring in Kosta Nedeljković, a right-back from Aston Villa, to register him for the first leg of their playoff against Jablonec.
Wolves are interested in Amari Cozier-Duberry, a Brighton winger, after Rangers reportedly failed with a bid worth 7.5 million pounds. Dundee is close to agreeing a loan deal for Swansea City striker Bobby Wales, but Motherwell, Reading, Cambridge, and Stevenage are also interested in the 21-year-old. Burton Albion has simultaneously made a six-figure bid for Kilmarnock defender George Stanger.
At Dundee United, Will Ferry's future is uncertain, with an improved contract extension offered. Manager Jim Goodwin admitted that the situation is still "up in the air." Former Rangers executives Sandy and James Easdale have also been contacted regarding a potential investment in Morton, a club facing serious difficulties.
The biggest attention, however, is drawn to the potential deal between Split and Glasgow. Hajduk is currently in a strong negotiating position because Niko Sigur is key to their European qualification. Celtic will therefore have to be patient, and the outcome could only be known after Hajduk's situation in the Conference League becomes clearer.
Sigur has so far earned 22 caps for the Canadian national team and scored two goals. His development at Hajduk has already attracted the attention of European clubs, and Celtic is now trying to capitalize on a situation where the player shows openness to a move to Glasgow.
