Celtic targets further signings ahead of Europa League registration deadline
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Celtic is seeking up to four additional players before the Europa League squad registration deadline on Wednesday. Assistant manager Shaun Maloney confirmed the club is pursuing reinforcements, including a left-back and potential striker options. The team recently completed the loan signing of midfielder Oliver Sorensen from Parma, who joins with an option to buy. Management noted that the squad needs specific profiles to fill voids, including the departure of midfielder Arne Engels to West Ham United. While linked to players like Sam Johnstone and Joel van den Berg, no further additions have been confirmed. Celtic must finalize its European squad by 23:59 on Wednesday, while the domestic transfer window remains open until 17:00 on Thursday.
- •Oliver Sorensen joined Celtic on a season-long loan from Parma with an option to buy.
- •Celtic aims to sign up to four players before the Wednesday night Europa League deadline.
- •Assistant manager Shaun Maloney is looking for a left-back to challenge Kieran Tierney.
- •The club is currently evaluating potential forward options to strengthen the squad.
- •Scottish domestic transfers remain permitted until Thursday at 17:00 BST.
- 3:45 PMBBC Sport — Celtic working on up to four signings - Maloney
"Celtic are working on signing up to four players before finalising their Europa League squad on Wednesday, assistant manager Shaun Maloney says.
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