Celtic dealt ‘fresh transfer setback’ as Rangers ‘step up’ efforts to sign forward
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We saw an exciting title race go to the penultimate game of the season in the campaign just gone, and next season’s race should be just as exciting.
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Hide AdBoth clubs looked strong last season, and they will be even stronger come August, if they get their way in the summer window.
It has been far from a frantic start for both sides, but it’s expected the rate at which deals are completed will pick up in the coming weeks.
And in that vein, we have rounded up all the latest transfer news and rumours surrounding both clubs.
Souza problem
Lommel defender Vinicius Souza continues to be linked with a move to Celtic, but there could be a problem.
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Hide AdAccording to the Daily Record, Fenerbahce have now renewed their efforts to sign Souza despite being rejected previously.
That could be a big problem for Celtic, who are said to be pushing for a deal to sign the 23-year-old this summer.
Jota hold-up
Celtic continue to wait on the completion of the deal to sign Jota on a permanent deal.
A deal has already been reached with Benfica, but there has been a hold-up, and while the Hoops stars returned for pre-season, Jota has been snapped at a music festival.
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Hide AdIt’s expected the deal will go through, but Celtic are having to be patient.
Colak efforts
Rangers are set to step up their efforts to land forward Antonio Colak, according to reports.
The Scottish Sun claim the PAOK frontman is one of Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s main targets this summer.
Colak has scored three goals in 24 league appearances for PAOK, but he could be available for a low fee this summer.
Rangers may well look elsewhere to further strengthen their front line, even if they do get Colak this summer.
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