Celtic miss out on Marcelo Saracchi as Houston Dynamo near deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Celtic failed to make a formal offer for Marcelo Saracchi, opting out of a potential transfer despite the player's interest. Saracchi had expressed a desire to return to Glasgow following a successful loan period. The Houston Dynamo have since moved in and are close to securing the player for £750,000. Celtic's hesitance raises questions about their transfer strategy, particularly as they seek a reliable backup for left-back Kieran Tierney, who has struggled with injuries. The situation escalated after Saracchi was left out of first-team training back in Buenos Aires, underscoring a turbulent environment for the player.
- •Celtic did not submit a formal offer for Saracchi.
- •Houston Dynamo are close to finalizing a £750,000 deal.
- •Saracchi was exiled from Boca Juniors' senior training.
- •Celtic's reluctance may necessitate searching for a more expensive backup.
- •Saracchi played a role in Celtic's successful 2025/26 domestic campaign.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic Call Leaves £750k Question After Fresh Transfer Twist: Why The Hoops Might Regret?
"Whispers about personal terms derailing a deal were wide of the mark. Celtic never actually submitted a formal offer for Marcelo Saracchi, nor did they enter concrete talks with his representatives. S...
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