Celtic will be looking to make quite a few additions to their squad over the course of the summer transfer window, having not been very active in the winter. Brendan Rodgers wants his team to be strengthened. That has been very clear from his recent comments. At the same time, a lot of eyes will be on other situations as well, which could end up boosting the Hoops. FC Barcelona could help them in that regard.
FC Barcelona are believed to be looking to add an option at full-back. For a while, it had looked like they had made Andrei Ratiu the priority in that position. But now, things seem to have changed, and in a positive manner for Celtic.
As reported by Spotmedia, the transfer of Ratiu to FC Barcelona next summer had seemed like a done deal between the two parties a few weeks ago. However, things have taken a different turn and no concrete move has come from the La Liga giants. Barca seems to have put the transfer on hold, especially since the Romanian's recent performances have not impressed anyone. The number one option to back up Jules Kounde now seems to be Jeremie Frimpong.
So, it looks like Barcelona will be trying to sign Frimpong this summer. Of course, they are not the only ones. Liverpool seem to have him at the top of their summer transfer wishlist as well. All of this is great news for Celtic.
FC Barcelona transfer decision is great news for Celtic and Frimpong
Of course, there is not much new that we can add when it comes to Celtic and their interest in the Frimpong situation. it has been made very clear in recent months all over the media.
Celtic have a sell-on clause included in Frimpong's contract. It has been suggested that that figure is close to 30 per cent of whatever profit Bayer Leverkusen will make out of he transfer.
The release clause in Frimpong's Bayer Leverkusen contract is believed to be in the region of €40 million. Do not be surprised if someone activates it.