Managers finalize squads as Celtic and Rangers conclude summer transfer business

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Managers finalize squads as Celtic and Rangers conclude summer transfer business
Summary

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill and Rangers manager Derek McInnes completed their final transfer activities ahead of the deadline this week. Celtic added 10 players over the summer, with six arriving in the final 48 hours, including PSV Eindhoven midfielder Joel van den Berg and Feyenoord defender Jordan Lotomba. Rangers added two recruits on deadline day to reach a total of 14 summer signings, featuring the acquisition of striker Kevin Kelsy from the Portland Timbers for approximately £9.5m. O'Neill expressed satisfaction with his roster despite noting that several new signings missed out on the Europa League squad due to registration limits. McInnes stated he felt a sense of relief at the conclusion of the window and expects his new squad to begin competition immediately. Both teams prepare for Scottish Premiership fixtures this Saturday, with Celtic playing St Mirren and Rangers hosting Motherwell.

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  • Celtic signed 10 players this summer, including six in the final two days of the window.
  • Rangers added 14 total players to their roster, including Kevin Kelsy on a four-year deal.
  • New Celtic signings Joel van den Berg, Shim Mheuka, and Landon Emenalo missed the Europa League squad.
  • Celtic faces St Mirren on Saturday, while Rangers play Motherwell on the same day.
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Martin O'Neill declared himself happy with Celtic's transfer business while Derek McInnes insists he now has the type of dressing room he desires at Rangers.

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