Celtic prepares for title defense amid transfer concerns

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 1:50 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Celtic prepares for title defense amid transfer concerns

Summary

Celtic is gearing up for their league title defense against Dundee next week after a tumultuous summer marked by limited signings. Former striker Cillian Sheridan highlighted that the team is repeating past mistakes, with only one new player, Camilo Duran, joining the squad. Attendance concerns were raised during a recent 1-1 pre-season draw against Middlesbrough. As competition increases, Rangers have bolstered their squad with seven new signings, while Hearts added 11 players. Celtic faces uncertainty with potential departures, including Daizen Maeda and two midfielders, while the team has failed to replace goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel adequately. Coach Martin O'Neill is navigating challenges as the new season approaches.

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•Celtic hosts Dundee in league opener next week.
•Only one new signing, Camilo Duran, for Celtic.
•Rangers added seven new players, boosting their squad.
•Celtic's attendance concerns arose during a pre-season friendly.
•Daizen Maeda and key midfielders may leave before the season.

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Former Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan suggests the Scottish champions are making the same mistakes as last season, so we look at how their preparations are going.
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