Celtic decides against signing Tiemoue Bakayoko after training

Celtic will not offer a contract to Tiemoue Bakayoko after he trained with the club during the international break. The former Chelsea and AC Milan midfielder, who has been without a club since July 2025, was evaluated as Celtic seeks to strengthen its midfield. Despite experiencing four defeats this season, the decision was made given Bakayoko's lack of competitive play over the past year, raising concerns about his readiness for Scottish football. Martin O’Neill and the coaching staff were reportedly looking for an experienced midfielder to address gaps in the squad.

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