The future of Celtic's on-loan defender Maik Nawrocki at Hannover 96 appears to hinge on promotion. Currently third in Bundesliga 2, Hannover reportedly hold an option to buy the 25-year-old centre-half, but Bild suggests securing his signature will be an uphill battle if they remain in the second tier. With several top-flight clubs across Europe circling, Nawrocki's next move is a hot topic. The player himself, speaking to the Glasgow Times, has kept his options wide open, stating he is equally open to staying in Germany, returning to Celtic Park, or seeking a new challenge elsewhere this summer.
Meanwhile, Celtic's defensive recruitment plans may involve another familiar name. Dinamo Zagreb's chief scout has revealed, via The National, that they have received offers around £10m for Scotland international Scott McKenna. The 29-year-old, who has been previously scouted by Celtic, could be on the move, presenting a potential opportunity for the Hoops to bolster their backline with proven quality.
The transfer speculation doesn't stop there. Attacking talent is also in the spotlight, with the Scottish Sun reporting that Sevilla have identified Celtic winger Luis Palma as a target—provided they avoid relegation from La Liga. Palma is expected to return to Glasgow this summer, though his former loan club Lech Poznan are said to be keen on a permanent £3.5m deal.
In midfield, Celtic look to be in a strong position with Benjamin Nygren. After a fine debut season, the 24-year-old Swedish midfielder reportedly sees the Premier League as a logical career step, but Football Insider notes the Scottish champions are under no financial pressure to sell one of their emerging stars. The club may also be looking to add to their midfield options, with interest in Hibernian's 21-year-old Miguel Chaiwa, though they are expected to face competition for his signature.
Finally, the intrigue extends to a player linked with Celtic. Italian outlet Pianeta Serie B reports that Venezia, should they achieve promotion to Serie A, are interested in Fares Ghedjemis. The 23-year-old winger currently plays for Frosinone, another promotion rival, adding a potential subplot to the Serie B run-in.