Celtic manager O'Neill promises more signings ahead of new season
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 3:36 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Martin O'Neill has confirmed that Celtic will continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the Scottish Premiership title defense against Dundee on August 3. O'Neill emphasized his focus on acquiring quality players following the departure of Daizen Maeda to Ipswich Town. Callum McGregor reassured fans about his commitment to the club, stating Celtic is where he wants to be despite transfer speculation. The team has already signed Camilo Duran and Kasper Hogh this summer, and O'Neill urges patience from supporters as they work on further additions before the Champions League play-offs later this month.
- •O'Neill wants quality signings, not just quantity
- •Celtic faces Dundee in the season opener on August 3
- •Maeda's departure has prompted the recruitment drive
- •McGregor emphasizes loyalty to Celtic amidst transfer rumors
- •Celtic has signed Duran and Hogh this summer
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — O'Neill targeting quality over quantity for Celtic
"Martin O'Neill is prioritising quality over quantity as Celtic prepare to defend their Scottish Premiership title. The Parkhead side have made two signings this summer - Camilo Duran and Kasper Hogh - for reported combined fees of around £15m. Celtic have been linked extensively with Real Oviedo and Egypt winger Haissem Hassan as well as Paderborn midfielder Mika Baur.
"Martin O'Neill insists there is "no question" that Celtic will make more signings this summer, but he wants "quality rather than quantity".
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 3:36 PMO'Neill targeting quality over quantity for Celtic
Martin O'Neill is prioritising quality over quantity as Celtic prepare to defend their Scottish Premiership title. The Parkhead side have made two signings this summer - Camilo Duran and Kasper Hogh - for reported combined fees of around £15m. Celtic have been linked extensively with Real Oviedo and Egypt winger Haissem Hassan as well as Paderborn midfielder Mika Baur.
- Sky Sports Football—O'Neill promises more Celtic signings | McGregor: Where I want to be
Martin O'Neill insists there is "no question" that Celtic will make more signings this summer, but he wants "quality rather than quantity".
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