Celtic pursues Nick Pope as Newcastle keeper faces uncertain future
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:30 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Celtic is exploring a potential transfer for Newcastle United's goalkeeper Nick Pope, who is in the final year of his contract. The 34-year-old has not played under the new manager Matthias Jaissle and is seen as surplus to requirements following new signings at Newcastle. Celtic seeks an experienced keeper after the retirement of Kasper Schmeichel, but financial hurdles exist due to Pope's high salary. Reports suggest a longer contract at a lower wage may appeal to Pope as he considers first-team opportunities elsewhere.
- •Nick Pope is 34 and has not featured for Newcastle this season.
- •Celtic is interested in adding veteran experience to their squad.
- •Pope's high wages may complicate a potential transfer.
- •Celtic may offer a longer deal to attract Pope despite lower pay.
- •Newcastle is prepared to let Pope leave after investing in new goalkeepers.
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Newcastle Dealing with Potential Nick Pope Transfer Situation: Report
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic Won’t Give Up on Costly Transfer for Newcastle Veteran: Report
"Newcastle United’s goalkeeping department has undergone a huge transformation this summer following the arrivals of two new goalies and the departure of on-loan Aaron Ramsdale. All of that left Nick Pope facing the prospect of beginning the new Premier League season outside Matthias Jaissle’s starting XI, if not entirely out of Tyneside, as there have […]
"Newcastle United’s goalkeeper overhaul has left veteran Nick Pope facing an increasingly uncertain future at St. James’ Park. The 34-year-old is entering the final year of his contract with the Magpies and has yet to appear in a game under new manager Matthias Jaissle, who has made it clear Pope is no longer the Magpies’ […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 7:30 AMNewcastle Dealing with Potential Nick Pope Transfer Situation: Report
Newcastle United’s goalkeeping department has undergone a huge transformation this summer following the arrivals of two new goalies and the departure of on-loan Aaron Ramsdale. All of that left Nick Pope facing the prospect of beginning the new Premier League season outside Matthias Jaissle’s starting XI, if not entirely out of Tyneside, as there have […]
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 5:00 PMCeltic Won’t Give Up on Costly Transfer for Newcastle Veteran: Report
Newcastle United’s goalkeeper overhaul has left veteran Nick Pope facing an increasingly uncertain future at St. James’ Park. The 34-year-old is entering the final year of his contract with the Magpies and has yet to appear in a game under new manager Matthias Jaissle, who has made it clear Pope is no longer the Magpies’ […]
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