No Simunovic, no problem – The time is right for Celtic to sign this 6ft 4in defensive giant in January

Why Celtic reigniting interest in Amir Rrahmani would make perfect sense Back in June during the summer transfer window, a report from The Scottish Sun claimed that Celtic were interested in securing a deal for Kosovan international defender Amir Rrahmani, who was then plying his trade with Croatian heavyweights Dinamo Zagreb.  The news of Celtic’s … Read more

Celtic simply cannot afford to lose their 24-year-old key star for £4m – would be a disaster

Celtic FC opinion: Alaves want Jozo Simunovic – Good move? According to a report in the Scottish Sun, Spanish side Alaves want to sign Celtic centre-back Jozo Simunovic during this summer’s transfer window. The 24-year-old has a contract until 2021 and will cost the La Liga side around £4m (h/t Scottish Sun). His career at … Read more

Transfer News: La Liga side Alaves plot £4million swoop for Celtic’s Jozo Simunovic

Jozo Simunovic

Celtic FC News: Celtic defender Jozo Simunovic is being eyed by La Liga side Alaves. (h/t The Scottish Sun) The Bosnian international will cost Alaves around £4million. Simunovic’s Injury-laden season The centre-back endured another injury-laden season as he only made 18 appearances. He returned to the fold in the final phase of the Premiership. The … Read more

Here’s why Celtic fans must be genuinely excited about their 20-year-old giant youngster

Kristoffer Ajer in action for Celtic. (Getty Images)

Why Celtic fans must be happy about Kristoffer Ajer this season Kristoffer Ajer is an interesting footballer who can play both as a defender and a midfielder. The Norwegian is only 20, but Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers seems to trust him. Ajer has been ever-present for Celtic since the start of the season, making 5 … Read more

How Celtic can cope with key player’s injury absence against Rosenborg in the UCL qualifier

How Celtic can cope with Marvin Compper’s injury Brendan Rodgers has admitted he faces a dilemma in defence ahead of Celtic’s clash against Rosenborg in the first leg of the second round qualifier next Wednesday. Centre-half Jozo Simunovic was sent off for a high challenge on Jefferson Reis after 11 minutes in the 3-0 win … Read more

Brown out, Ntcham in – Strongest 4-2-3-1 Celtic XI to face Standard Liege

Predicted 4-2-3-1 Celtic Lineup to face Standard Liege Celtic will face off against Belgian outfit Standard Liege in a pre-season friendly at the Celtic Park, on Saturday.   The Scottish champions come into Saturday’s friendly on the back of a solid 3-0 win over FC Alashkert in their UEFA Champions League qualifier game. And manager Brendan Rodgers will be hoping … Read more

Why Rodgers is doing the right thing by holding onto Celtic star despite £5m interest from France

Why keeping Jozo Simunovic is a sensible idea by Brendan Rodgers There has been much speculation regarding the future of Jozo Simunovic at Celtic in recent weeks. Reports suggested that French side Lille are ready to bid £5million for the Croatian defender. However, Brendan Rodgers has issued a “hands-off” warning to any team thinking about … Read more

“Just another day at the office” – Some fans go crazy after Celtic’s 7-0 win vs Shamrock + Match Report

Match Report: Celtic 7-0 Shamrock Rovers In their last friendly before the start of the Champions League qualifiers, Celtic hammered Irish side Shamrock Rovers 7-0 in Dublin. Brendan Rodgers opted for a 3-1-4-2 formation with Craig Gordon in goal. Jack Hendry, Kristoffer Afer and Jozo Simunovic started in defence, while captain Scott Brown operated in … Read more

[Image] Strongest 4-2-3-1 Celtic line-up to face Sparta Prague in pre-season friendly

Strongest 4-2-3-1 Celtic line-up to face Sparta Prague in pre-season friendly Celtic have already played two friendly games during their training camp in Austria, winning one and losing the other. The Hoops first beat SK Vorwarts Steyr 1-0, courtesy of a second-half strike by James Forrest. Lewis Morgan, Stephen Welsh and Kerr McInroy made their … Read more

Well done Gerrard – Rangers’ new defensive recruits can surely match Celtic’s strong backline

The transfer summer has been quite busy for new Rangers boss Steven Gerrard. The rookie manager has already acquired six new players in his mission to reshape his squad and return the glory days back at Ibrox. All of the new lads require special attention and analysis, but let’s look more deeply into the qualities … Read more