International football focus has moved toward this new World Cup development.
Deal Picture
Celtic are reportedly close to signing PSV Eindhoven's Joel van den Berg, but they and Rangers appear to have missed out on other targets as Dundee United consider another bid for Falkirk's Brad Spencer. Image source, Getty Images Published1 hour agoCeltic are reportedly close to signing PSV Eindhoven's Joel van den Berg, but they and Rangers appear to have missed out on other targets as Dundee United consider another bid for Falkirk's Brad Spencer. A Celtic delegation is in the Netherlands to discuss the acquisition of midfielder Joel van den Berg, with the 19-year-old open to a transfer having yet to become a first-team regular with PSV Eindoven.
Market Impact
(VI, external) PSV Eindhoven seem poised to sell Joel van den Berg to Celtic after the midfielder was pulled out of the Jong PSV side for their second-tier match with RKC Waalwijk on Friday, according to Dutch journalist Rik Elfrink. (Glasgow Times, external) Hajduk Split head coach Gonzalez Garcia has confirmed Celtic target Niko Sigur has played his last game for the club, but although the 22-year-old midfielder is reportedly keen to join the Scottish Champions, they face competition from Genk and Toulouse. (The National, external) Partizan Belgrade president Rasim Ljajic says they rejected a bid from Celtic for playmaker Ognjen Ugresic because they had already given their word to PAOK to sell the 20-year-old for £400,000 less than the Scottish champions offered. (Mozzart Sport, external) Celtic are set to miss out on Ermin Mahmic, with Turkish outlet Sport Klub reporting that the 21-year-old Slovan Liberec midfielder has agreed a £4.3m transfer to newly promoted Super Lig club Corum.
The market angle matters because clubs rarely move in isolation. Contract timing, squad balance, wage structure, and competition for the same player can all change the pace of a transfer story.
What Happens Next
- Watch for club briefings.
- Track trusted reporter updates.
- Follow whether the player position becomes a priority.
Search Context
This story connects with football news, latest update, team news, fixture context, fan reaction, media pressure, FIFA World Cup 2026, squad selection. These related themes explain why the update may continue to attract search interest beyond the first headline.
Key Takeaways
- Aston Villa is the central entity in this update.
- The story has direct relevance to World Cup 2026 coverage.
- The next stage depends on official updates, squad decisions, and follow-up reporting.
101Foot Editorial View: The strongest football stories are rarely about one isolated update. They become important when they change expectations, decisions, or pressure around the next fixture.
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FAQ
Could this affect the transfer market?
Yes. Reports around form, contracts, and club strategy can quickly change the market conversation.
What should fans watch next?
The next signals are club briefings, manager comments, and whether trusted reporters confirm movement.
Source: BBC Sport
