Scotland’s Top Football Club Tightens Grip on Talent: Celtic’s Future Stars and Departures

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. Meanwhile, Hacken midfielder Pontus Dahbo is valued at £3.4m by the Swedish club despite his limited first-team experience, making him a promising target for Celtic. The 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. On the other hand, Etienne Vaessen has completed his transfer from Waalwijk to newly promoted Groningen, putting an end to any potential interest from Celtic.