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Celtic faces competition from PAOK for midfielder Ermin Mahmic

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 7:41 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Celtic faces competition from PAOK for midfielder Ermin Mahmic
Summary

Celtic is competing with PAOK for the transfer of Ermin Mahmic, currently at Slovan Liberec. The Bosnian midfielder has been linked with a move to Celtic as they explore options to strengthen their squad. Additionally, Celtic's Hyunjun Yang will miss both upcoming derby matches against Rangers due to national team commitments with South Korea for the Asian Games. Meanwhile, Falkirk is pursuing a loan deal for CJ Fodrey of FC Austin, while St Johnstone aims to finalize a deal for Enes Alic despite obstacles from Zeljeznicar. Aberdeen has shifted focus to new midfield targets after being priced out of a deal for Killian Phillips of St Mirren.

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  • •Celtic linked with midfielder Ermin Mahmic of Slovan Liberec.
  • •PAOK also interested in signing Mahmic.
  • •Hyunjun Yang unavailable for derby matches next month.
  • •Falkirk aims for loan deal with FC Austin's CJ Fodrey.
  • •St Johnstone confident about signing Enes Alic despite challenges.
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  • 7:41 AMYahoo Sports — Celtic face competition for Bosnia star - gossip
  • 7:41 AMBBC Football — Celtic face competition for Bosnia star - gossip
What they're saying
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PAOK emerge as contenders for Celtic-linked midfielder, while Falkirk close in on another loan deal.

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PAOK emerge as contenders for Celtic-linked midfielder, while Falkirk close in on another loan deal.

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