Celtic’s last-minute transfer push for Premiership glory

Celtic are gearing up for a busy transfer window as the Scottish Premiership looms, with their opener against St Mirren set for Sunday. Manager Brendan Rodgers, fresh off a 5-3 penalty win over Al Ahli in the Como Cup, is eyeing two key signings to bolster the squad.

According to reports, the 21-year-old shone last season, netting 11 goals and five assists in 31 Eredivisie matches. 

Celtic’s bids started at £1.5 million, rose to £1.75 million with add-ons, and hit £3 million, but all were rejected.

The Dutch Cup holders are holding firm at a £6.5 million valuation for Breum. It’s unclear if Celtic will table a fourth offer before the weekend.

Elsewhere, Celtic have lodged a loan bid for Manchester City’s promising centre-back Jahmai Simpson-Pusey.

 The 19-year-old, who captained City to the EPL2 title and earned Player of the Year honors, made six senior appearances in the Premier League and Champions League under Pep Guardiola last term. Simpson-Pusey is eager for regular first-team action, making a temporary move to Celtic an attractive prospect.

Meanwhile, Celtic’s new signing Shin Yamada is already turning heads. The Japanese striker, who scored the decisive penalty against Al Ahli, impressed as a substitute in the Como Cup. 

Yamada is now in contention for a starting spot against St Mirren at Parkhead, signaling his intent to make an immediate impact.

With the clock ticking, Rodgers is determined to finalize these deals to strengthen Celtic’s squad for the Premiership campaign. Fans are eager to see if Breum and Simpson-Pusey will don the green and white, while Yamada’s early promise adds excitement for Sunday’s clash.