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Chris Sutton urges Celtic to strengthen team ahead of second leg

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:45 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Chris Sutton urges Celtic to strengthen team ahead of second leg

Summary

Chris Sutton, former Celtic striker, has called on the club to enhance their squad if they reach the Champions League group stage. Celtic leads LASK 3-0 in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff held on August 19, with the second leg scheduled for August 29. Sutton believes that while Celtic's current signings, including Camilo Duran and Mika Baur, are solid for domestic play, additional quality is essential for competing in Europe. He also mentioned that Celtic is in talks to complete a deal for Ermin Mahmic and a loan for Chelsea's Landon Emenalo. Sutton noted that the final decision on squad additions may hinge on the upcoming match against LASK.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic leads LASK 3-0 in Champions League playoff first leg.
•Second leg against LASK set for August 29.
•Chris Sutton calls for more signings to compete in Europe.
•Celtic close to signing Ermin Mahmic and Landon Emenalo on loan.
•Sutton expects further bids for Niko Sigur and Gvidas Gineitis.

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Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has urged the club hierarchy to get ‘serious’ with recruitment if they reach the Champions League group stage…Camilo Duran of Celtic scores the second goal dur...
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