Brendan Rodgers is looking to make significant improvements to his team this summer, particularly in the areas of defense and goalkeeper. There have been reports suggesting that former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is contemplating a move to Celtic, as the club is guaranteed Champions League football next season. Andy Walker, a former player at Parkhead, has stated that the prospect of joining the Scottish champions would be enticing to De Gea, who has been keeping fit by training with Altrincham FC after his departure from Old Trafford.
While De Gea is a high-profile potential signing for Celtic, the club is also considering other goalkeeping options, such as Sparta Prague’s Peter Vindahl Jensen. Negotiations with the Czech side are ongoing, but they seem reluctant to part ways with the 26-year-old Danish goalkeeper, who only recently completed a permanent move from AZ Alkmaar.
In addition to the goalkeeping position, Celtic is looking to bolster their defense with the potential acquisition of Bournemouth’s Chris Mepham. The 26-year-old Welsh defender has struggled for playing time at Bournemouth, making just 10 Premier League appearances last season. Rodgers sees Mepham as a valuable addition to his defensive lineup and is reportedly interested in bringing him to Celtic Park. However, Bournemouth is said to be seeking around £8 million for Mepham, who is in the final year of his contract at the Vitality Stadium.
As Rodgers aims to build on the team’s strengths and make strategic signings this summer, Celtic fans eagerly await news of potential arrivals that could further strengthen the squad for the upcoming season.
