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Celtic manager O'Neill expects no new signings before LASK match

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Celtic manager O'Neill expects no new signings before LASK match
Summary

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill stated that he does not foresee any new signings before the Champions League play-off first leg against LASK on August 18. O'Neill noted that the early summer signings, including Camilo Duran and Kasper Hogh, are promising, but current player Reo Hatate, who has not yet played this season, might stay. O'Neill expressed concern over replacing departing midfielder Arne Engels, emphasizing the difficulty in finding a suitable alternative for the upcoming match. Baur, who made his debut recently, may start as O'Neill prepares for the game without Alex Oxlaide-Chamberlain due to suspension. Hatate's potential contribution remains uncertain as he seeks to regain his form in the squad.

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By the Numbers
  • •No new signings expected before the LASK match
  • •O'Neill highlights bright starts of summer signings
  • •Reo Hatate's situation remains uncertain
  • •Baur may start due to Oxlaide-Chamberlain's suspension
  • •Celtic seeks to replace Arne Engels after his transfer
Latest Updates
  • 3:37 PMYahoo Sports — New Celtic signings unlikely before LASK tie - O'Neill
  • 3:34 PMBBC Sport — New Celtic signings unlikely before LASK tie but O'Neill happy for Hatate to stay
  • 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — O'Neill on signing search, Hatate & 'very fine' LASK
What they're saying
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Martin O'Neill has been speaking to the media before Celtic host LASK in the Champions League play-off first leg on Wednesday. O'Neill says it's unlikely Celtic will sign any players - including a replacement for Arne Engels following his West Ham move - before Tuesday's deadline (23:00 BST). The Celtic boss wanted Engels to stay for the play-off but the midfielder "didn't want to play in the matches in case he got injured", which O'Neill says is understandable.

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Celtic manager Martin O'Neill does not anticipate any new arrivals before Wednesday's Champions League play-off first leg at home to LASK and insists he would be happy for Reo Hatate to stay.

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Celtic manager Martin O'Neill does not anticipate any new arrivals before Wednesday's Champions League play-off first leg at home to LASK and insists he would be happy for Reo Hatate to stay.

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