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TheRangers supporter who threw a half bottle of Buckfast at Celtic goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo, at Ibrox in May, has today been jailed for his actions after being caught, in part at least, due to ‘his distinctive white teeth’… Perhaps he got his gnashers done when he was over in Turkey when theRangers played Fenerbahce last season.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Celtic announce second signing of the summer as Doohan joins

Celtic have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Ross Doohan. The Scotland Internationalist arrives under freedom of contract having left Aberdeen at the end of last season.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Ignore deadlock, stalled stories, Belgian source confirms Balikwisha deal progressing well

Celtic have been heavily rumoured to be keen to sign Antwerp’s Michel-Ange Balikwisha, both in previous transfer windows and again in this summer window.

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Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Celtic alerted – ‘Bojan Miovski a main candidate for re-sale’

He struck me as a fine striker with the Dons, if not a little streaky in the goalscoring department, but Girona, the season prior to Miovski signing, were the form team in Spain, outside the Big 2 of Barcelona and Real Madrid, and it seemed a big leap from the granite city to the top end of La Liga.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Dreams come true – Three Celtic starlets sign first professional contracts

Celtic have taken steps to invest in their next generation, with three academy prospects putting pen to paper on their first professional deals with the club… Liam Kennedy, Conor Daly, and Michael Charlton, all from the Under-16 squad, have signed new contracts that will keep them at Celtic as they continue their development with the club.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

'It’s one of my lowest moments in my career,' Luis Palma

Celtic’s Honduran winger Luis Palma suffered a horrendous time of it as his national team were defeated 6-0 by Canada CONCACAF Gold Cup match in Vancouver on Wednesday, with Palma substituted at half-time in the humiliating defeat.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Celtic to Birmingham City via Rennes – Kyogo’s astonishing detour to World Cup Finals

If someone had told you this time last summerKyogo would leave Celtic and end up playing for Birmingham City within 12 months you might have questioned their sanity… Yet, that very much looks like a possibility.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Matthew Anderson – Mixed messages as Stephen McManus pleads his case

As the club look to address the left back support role for the returning Kieran Tierney, it looks ever more likely Greg Taylor will not be that player

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Celtic’s Fixtures – I hate to go all Celtic ‘da on everyone but…

Celtic will begin their Scottish Premiership defence much like they ended last season, with a home tie against St Mirren, as the Hoops get to raise the League flag high at Celtic Park on Sunday 3 August with a 4.30pm kick off.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Celtic Open against St Mirren, then Pittodrie and Ibrox

Celtic, as Champions are given the courtesy of a home match so that the traditional title winning Flag Day ceremonies can take place before the new season kicks off in Paradise.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Troublesome Champions League qualifiers and important lessons from 2018

With the worrying prospect of Champions League qualifiers once again on the horizon for the first time in a few years, I have been thinking about the huge importance placed upon these games and how they can predetermine the whole atmosphere that surrounds the club moving forward.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 20

Greg Taylor – There is still a chance, albeit a small one

The 27 year-old was pictured alongside Hoops midfielder Luke McCowan in Formentera in Spain enjoying a well-deserved break before heading back for pre-season.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Celtic Player of the Day – Lisbon Lion Bertie Auld

Until his death in 2021, there were few more popular ex-Celtic players than Bertie Auld. Frequently seen at home games and at supporters’ functions, Bertie was a great entertainer, both on and off the park, and his contribution to Celtic was immense.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Incoming – Callum Osmand spotted at Lennoxtown

Callum Osmand’s move to Celtic may be inching ever closer to becoming a reality, with The Herald reporting this evening that the Fulham youngster has been spotted at Lennoxtown ahead of finalising his transfer from the West London club.

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Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Celtic’s Broken Window and the £19.3m Damage Done

With Benjamin Nygren perhaps the most exciting of all the players linked so far, and with the deal apparently close to being concluded, Celtic have already signed Kieran Tierney, which would indicate at least two first team signings will be in place for the start of pre-season training.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 19

End of an Error as Kwon Heads for Celtic Exit Door

Mention of the summer transfer window of 2023 is enough to send the Celtic support in search of medication. It was quite simply a disastrous window and we’ll have a closer look back at that shortly.

Celtic FC News / Celtic FC on SI / June 19

Celtic Offered Promising Evan Ferguson Transfer Update

The Celtic situation is turning out to be one of the most intriguing as the transfer window is gaining momentum. Looking at last season's games, the Hoops were not able to replace Kyogo and his absence was felt in the big games like derbies and the Scottish Cup final.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 19

The unique father and son double act as Celtic trainers

In the summer of 1930, Celtic decided to resume the running of a reserve team, or 2nd XI, “which gives the players who are not members of the League team

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Scott Bain’s heartwarming reason for leaving Celtic

After seven years with Celtic, goalkeeper Scott Bain opted for a fresh challenge at Scottish Premiership newcomers Falkirk… When the Hoops confirmed the 33-year-old’s exit, there was interest from several Scottish Premiership sides but it is John McGlynn’s side where Bain will ply his trade next season.

Kieran Tierney News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Tosh McKinlay gives KT incredible Tommy Gemmell compliment

Tosh McKinlay maintains that the returning Kieran Tierney ranks alongside Tommy Gemmell as one of Celtic’s greatest left-backs… Tosh McKinlay is delighted to welcome KT back to Celtic Park following nearly six years spent with Arsenal in the Premier League.

Daizen Maeda News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Celts take top five places in Transfermrkt valuations, Daizen in now No.1

Daizen Maeda has emerged as the top-valued player in the Scottish Premiership following a standout season with Celtic, according to Transfermrkt… After

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 19

Transfer Latest – Celtic agree £1.7m fee with Nordsjaelland for Benjamin Nygren

Celtic have agreed a £1.7 million fee to sign Nordsjaelland forward Benjamin Nygren, that being exactly the price The Celtic Star told you last week rather than the figures quoted elsewhere… According to Sky Sports, the reigning Scottish champions are indeed set to spend £1.7 million on the 23-year-old winger.

Celtic FC News / Celtic FC on SI / June 18

Club Confirm Talks to Sign Celtic Player This Summer

Celtic have had a busy summer window, and while they have been very prominent when it comes to chasing transfer acquisitions, they have been rather quiet on the exit side of things.

Celtic FC News / Celtic FC on SI / June 17

Anthony Joseph Confirms Celtic's Talks to Sign Defender

As Celtic start to put the pieces in place to be ready for the upcoming season, they're now getting closer to making their next summer acquisition. In their first official move, Kieran Tierney rejoined the team from Arsenal on a free transfer, while Ross Doohan is expected to take Scott Bain's spot as the team's backup goalie.