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Celtic pursue left-back James Penrice from AEK Athens

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:55 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Celtic pursue left-back James Penrice from AEK Athens

Summary

Celtic has made contact with AEK Athens regarding the potential signing of left-back James Penrice. The 27-year-old, who transferred to Greece in 2025 from Hearts for £2 million, has made 33 appearances for AEK, contributing one assist. Celtic seeks a left-back to back up Kieran Tierney after failing to re-sign Marcelo Saracchi. Penrice's signing would fulfill homegrown talent quotas for European competition and provide valuable backup for Tierney. Celtic is also close to signing midfielder Mika Baur from SC Paderborn for £4 million, alongside interest in Kasper Hogh and Haissem Hassan this summer.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic aims to sign James Penrice from AEK Athens.
•Penrice has made 33 appearances since joining AEK.
•Celtic needs left-back cover after failing to sign Marcelo Saracchi.
•Celtic close to acquiring Mika Baur for £4 million.
•Club also interested in Kasper Hogh and Haissem Hassan.

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8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic make move to sign former Hearts star James Penrice

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Celtic have reportedly made contact with AEK Athens to sign left-back James Penrice. The 27-year-old made the switch to Greece in 2025, with Hearts receiving £2m for the player.According to transfer ...
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