Former referee makes bizarre verdict on Celtic’s penalty claim vs Kilmarnock
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Former referee makes bizarre verdict on Celtic’s penalty claim vs Kilmarnock

As the fallout over Celtic’s defeat to Kilmarnock in the cup continues, the fans will be picking over the bones of the result to understand why the team’s performance was so bad. Ultimately, Celtic were just not good enough. The performance of the team wasn’t good enough and that is why we are out. Not…

Nottingham Forest return with improved offer for signing
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Nottingham Forest return with improved offer for signing

On August 8th, Gianluca Di Marzio reported Nottingham Forest have ‘contacts ongoing’ to sign Galatasaray’s Victor Nelsson. Three days later, Akşam explained that the defender has been ready to accept a transfer after the Tricky Trees made an offer of €18m plus €4m bonuses. Takvim now state the Istanbul club have rejected the offer and…

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers gets rough media treatment in Sunday morning paper
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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers gets rough media treatment in Sunday morning paper

Far be it from me to deny someone else an opinion, but when analysis of Celtic and the Celtic manager feels particularly harsh and mean-spirited, it does leave one scratching the head. We often stick to discussing out-and-out former playing pundits on 67 Hail Hail, rather than delve into the mad world of journalists and…

Significant update on Newcastle move for “amazing” new defender
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Significant update on Newcastle move for “amazing” new defender

Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney has been a transfer target for Newcastle United this summer, but a new report has revealed why they have decided to walk away from the deal. While youngster Lewis Hall has arrived on loan from Chelsea, providing more competition for places at left-back, it could be argued that another addition in…

£7 million striker has rejected a move to Saudi because he wants to join West Ham
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£7 million striker has rejected a move to Saudi because he wants to join West Ham

AC Milan striker Divock Origi reportedly could be West Ham United bound this summer. According to a report from Tuttomercatoweb, West Ham target Divock Origi is not wanted by AC Milan and has just turned down a move to Saudi Arabia. The reasoning for this is because the 28-year-old is keen to join the Hammers…

Celtic now best placed to complete sensational signing – Exclusive
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Celtic now best placed to complete sensational signing – Exclusive

A sensational return to Celtic could be the only avenue open for Arsenal fringe star Kieran Tierney this summer, sources have told Football Insider. This news comes after Football Insider revealed on Friday (18 August) that Newcastle United have ended their interest in the Scotland international despite extensive talks with his camp. The Magpies are…

Everton in hunt to sign African forward, £6.8m could seal deal – BBC journalist
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Everton in hunt to sign African forward, £6.8m could seal deal – BBC journalist

Everton are one of three Premier League teams interested in signing Troyes winger Mama Balde, according to Mike Minay. The BBC journalist reported on his Twitter page on Friday [August 18] that Everton face competition from promoted pair Burnley and Sheffield United. Minay added that a deal could be worth around €8million (£6.8m) for the…

Club wants to sign in-demand Rangers talent on loan – report
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Club wants to sign in-demand Rangers talent on loan – report

Five clubs have expressed an interest in signing Rangers centre-forward James Graham, according to the Daily Record. The Scottish publication reported on its transfer blog on Friday [18 August, 12:05] that Annan Athletic, Forfar Athletic, Edinburgh City, Stenhousemuir and East Fife are in the running for Graham. Rangers are said to be happy to let…

Celtic now pull U-turn as ‘great’ in-demand talent targeted for late transfer
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Celtic now pull U-turn as ‘great’ in-demand talent targeted for late transfer

Celtic have now pulled a U-turn over the future of Rocco Vata in Glasgow, amid Torino and Club Brugge targeting the late-window transfer of the young winger this summer. That is according to Sky Sports, which reports that it is seeming ‘increasingly likely’ that Vata leaves Celtic for good. The 18-year-old is in the last…

Rangers saga explodes today with demands made from Ibrox – report
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Rangers saga explodes today with demands made from Ibrox – report

Celtic have rejected Rangers’ offer of 700 tickets for the first Old Firm derby this season, and want to block Gers fans from attending September’s game at Celtic Park, according to The Scottish Sun. The newspaper published a report via their website on 17 August which states that Rangers have already written to the SPFL…

Celtic player set for exit, agreement reached with EFL side
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Celtic player set for exit, agreement reached with EFL side

Fleetwood Town look to make their second signing from Celtic this window as they strengthen for the testing League One campaign ahead. The Fishermen have already brought in five new players as they look to build on their 13th place finish from last season. Opting for League One experience, midfielders Ryan Broom and Danny Mayor…

Wolves player gets Celtic transfer approval on one condition – report
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Wolves player gets Celtic transfer approval on one condition – report

Daniel Podence has been handed a seal of approval to get his move to Celtic off the ground, but that there is a transfer hurdle for the champions to overcome. The 27-year-old Wolves winger has been reportedly named as a target for Brendan Rodgers as he looks to add Premier League firepower to his squad…

Report: Key Celtic star set to miss up to a month; major doubt for Ibrox trip
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Report: Key Celtic star set to miss up to a month; major doubt for Ibrox trip

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate is expected to be out of action for up to a month after limping off against Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday. Hatate came into the match as a half-time substitute at Pittodrie but had to be replaced after 70 minutes with a calf complaint. Now, The Scottish Daily Mail…

Gers star on course to achieve Chelsea transfer dream and bank Ibrox fortune
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Gers star on course to achieve Chelsea transfer dream and bank Ibrox fortune

Rangers star Nicolas Raskin claims his “ultimate dream” is to play for Chelsea in the Premier League; and his showing against Servette proves he’s on track to achieve it. The 22-year-old Belgian midfielder once again stood up to take the game by the scruff of the neck in the Champions League QR3 tie and is…

Celtic now want to sign Tottenham player Ange Postecoglou said was in his plans
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Celtic now want to sign Tottenham player Ange Postecoglou said was in his plans

Scottish champions Celtic have just been linked with a move to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Eric Dier this summer. The 28-year-old Englishman has been in the news recently for allegedly removing Tottenham from his social bio and unfollowing the club’s account. He was also left out of the squad in the game against Brentford on…

Everton ‘particularly interested’ in signing, contact made
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Everton ‘particularly interested’ in signing, contact made

Last Thursday, Sport1 journalist Patrick Berger reported Everton are really pushing to sign Paris Saint-Germain’s Hugo Ekitiké. The Toffees will face competition from two other clubs in the race for the striker. That’s according to RMC Sport, who state Everton, AC Milan and Eintracht Frankfurt are all ‘particularly interested’ in the 21-year-old. The Serie A…