Celtic pursues transfer of Mika Baur from Paderborn amid illness claims
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Mika Baur did not feature in SC Paderborn's pre-season friendly against Southampton due to an alleged illness, though sources suggest this may not be accurate. Celtic is reportedly interested in the German U21 midfielder and has had bids rejected around £4 million. Negotiations are said to be at a crucial stage, with Baur expressing a desire to join Celtic. The clubs are still in talks as the transfer window is set to close in early September. Celtic aims to include Baur in their upcoming match against Dundee.
- •Mika Baur missed a friendly match citing illness, sparking transfer speculation.
- •Celtic's bids for Baur have been rejected, with negotiations ongoing.
- •The deal could be finalized before the end of the transfer window.
- •Baur has indicated a desire to leave Paderborn for a larger club.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Illness claim a smokescreen as player power points to Baur moving to Celtic
"Mika Baur’s absence from the SC Paderborn squad from their pre-season friendly match with English side Southampton was reported to have been an illness by the Bundesliga club, but reliable sources h...
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