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Celtic seeks €10 million Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:50 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Celtic seeks €10 million Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis

Summary

Celtic FC is pursuing a fresh bid for Gvidas Gineitis from Torino, with the move contingent on securing a spot in the UEFA Champions League group stage. After an initial €7.5 million offer was rejected, Torino's valuation has risen to €10 million amid reports suggesting it could climb higher. The push for Gineitis follows the departure of Arne Engels to West Ham United, creating a need for midfield reinforcements. Torino is under pressure for player sales to fund their own transfers. Celtic aims to finalize an agreement before further competition arises from Crystal Palace, who have also shown interest.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic seeks Gineitis after Arne Engels' departure to West Ham.
•Initial bid of €7.5 million was rejected by Torino.
•Torino's valuation has increased to €10 million or higher.
•Celtic's Champions League money is essential for the transfer.
•Crystal Palace has also entered the bidding for Gineitis.

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What they're saying

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Scottish journalist Giacomo Morandin, referenced by Europa Calcio, broke the story that Celtic FC are coming back to Torino with a fresh bid for Lithuanian midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, contingent on th...
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