Haissem Hassan close to joining Celtic for £7 million deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:45 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Haissem Hassan, the Egyptian winger who impressed at the FIFA World Cup 2026, is reportedly nearing a transfer to Celtic. Sources indicate that a £7 million agreement with Real Oviedo is close to being finalized. Journalist Pablo Oliveira has suggested that Celtic’s board is eager to complete the deal quickly to incorporate Hassan into their squad. His performances in the World Cup, particularly against Argentina, garnered significant praise, highlighting his skill and potential, which could bolster Celtic's attacking options. The situation remains fluid, with some skepticism regarding the reports as Oliveira appears to be the only source citing imminent completion.
- •Haissem Hassan is a standout performer from the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- •A £7 million transfer deal to Celtic is reportedly close to completion.
- •Celtic aims to finalize the transfer quickly for squad integration.
- •Hassan received praise for his skill during Egypt's matches in the tournament.
- •Current reports on the transfer highlight some skepticism about their accuracy.
- 6:45 AMYahoo Sports — Hassan to Celtic is now apparently close to happening
"Haissem Hassan to Celtic is apparently close to happening…Haissem Hassan of Egypt competes for the ball against Julian Alvarez and Nicolas Tagliafico of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Roun...
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