Celtic has reportedly faced a setback in their transfer plans as Rangers are allegedly poised to secure the signature of a free agent.
Here’s the latest on Celtic and Rangers ahead of their upcoming Scottish Premiership showdown:
Celtic, currently leading their rivals by three points, are gearing up to host Rangers at Celtic Park on Saturday afternoon. Their recent 3-0 victory over Hearts has bolstered their confidence heading into the crucial clash.
Meanwhile, Rangers secured a convincing 4-1 win against Kilmarnock, with goals from Fabio Silva, Ben Davies, Tom Lawrence, and John Souttar. The victory has undoubtedly added to their momentum as they prepare to face their arch-rivals.
As for transfer news and rumors:
For Celtic, speculation continues to swirl regarding potential incomings and outgoings as they look to strengthen their squad. Rumors suggest they are eyeing reinforcements in key areas to maintain their lead in the league.
Likewise, Rangers are also reportedly active in the transfer market, exploring options to enhance their squad depth and maintain their title challenge.
Both clubs are expected to remain active in the transfer market as they aim to strengthen their squads ahead of their upcoming clash and beyond.
Celtic-linked man on future
Blackburn Rovers forward Sammie Szmodics, who has been linked with a potential move to Celtic this summer, has expressed his aspiration to play in the Premier League, dealing a blow to Celtic’s chances of securing his signature.
Having scored an impressive 33 goals in all competitions this past season, Szmodics is anticipated to attract significant interest from various clubs. In an interview with the No Tippy Tappy Football podcast, he revealed, “It is my dream to play in the Premier League. If a Premier League team showed interest, it would be natural for me to explore that opportunity.”
While expressing his appreciation for his current role at Blackburn and his desire to continue scoring goals for the club, Szmodics acknowledged the allure of competing at the highest level. He stated, “It is everyone’s dream to play in the Premier League. Although there’s no concrete offer at the moment, I would be foolish to disregard the chance to play in the Premier League. I want to test myself at the highest level, and this might be the best opportunity for me to do so.”
Rangers target update
Rangers are among several teams reportedly poised to seize the opportunity to sign West Ham defender Ben Johnson when his contract expires at the end of next month, according to a report by TEAMtalk. Everton, Wolves, Leeds, and Southampton have also been linked with interest in the full-back.
At 24 years old, Johnson’s contract at the London Stadium is set to conclude at the end of this season, potentially making him a free agent. He is currently considering his options as he evaluates his future with the Hammers.
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