Sky Sports – Celtic reach out to multiple transfer targets

Celtic are ‘expected’ to land versatile attacker Benjamin Nygren from Nordsjaelland, but their transfer activity in the wide areas is unlikely to end with his arrival.

According to Sky Sports, Celtic are actively pursuing another winger this summer and have approached several potential signings, including Sondre Orjasaeter from Sarpsborg and Michel-Ange Balikwisha of Royal Antwerp.

Balikwisha ended an injury-plagued 2024/25 season with an impressive return of seven goal contributions in just 11 appearances.

Last summer, Balikwisha was rumoured to be heading to the Hoops, and in January, Celtic reportedly put forward a £4.6 million offer for Orjasaeter.

Sondre has spoken openly about why the transfer did not materialise: I struggled to sleep,” said Orjasaeter.

“I didn’t know if I was going to be in Norway or not. I could have moved at any moment. I had to carry my passport with me everywhere. When the window closed, I felt a sense of relief. I came to the conclusion that I was determined to stay in Sarpsborg and play here, because I didn’t know if I was ready to leave yet.”

“Going abroad now is another level up. It had become more professional and everything. There were many thoughts going through my head during that period. If I get a little more time in Sarpsborg, I think I’ll mature and be ready for it eventually.”

Orjasaeter continued: “Of course, you will have a better life after your career if you have more money in your account, but you only live once. For me, it is just as important to have fun along the way. It is probably even more important.”

“I have a lot of friends to keep me grounded. I think if I only had football, my head would explode! I’m not much of a fan of football, but I love having it as a job. I couldn’t have a better job than what I have.”

“But when I see that my friends are going on holiday or to ski at Easter, I get jealous. I’m not going to lie. I hope that those clubs understand that not everyone can be the same. At the same time, I have my serious side too. And I think that kind of thing comes a little with age.”

Conor Spence