International football focus has moved toward this new World Cup development.
Deal Picture
Speculation mounts over wingers linked with Rangers and Celtic as Hearts forward is touted for move. Image source, Daily ExpressImage source, The Courier1 of 2 Previous imageNext imageSlide 1 of 2, The back page of the Scottish Daily Express on 080826, End of image galleryPublished2 hours ago PSV Eindhoven have rejected Rangers' improved Β£6m offer for winger Couhaib Driouech and Burnley and Celta Vigo have now entered the race to sign the 24-year-old, with talks at an early stage. (Sky Sports, external) Driouech has a slight preference for Celta Vigo after the Spanish club entered the race to sign the PSV Eindhoven forward along with Rangers.
Market Impact
(Mounir Boualin, external) Monaco have made Algeria 23-year-old Fares Ghedjemis their top priority for the right-wing position and plan an improved offer after a bid of Β£6m, plus Β£1.7m in bonuses, was rejected by Frosinone, who also turned down Β£8.6m bids from Celtic and Rangers. (L'Equipe – in French, external) Haissem Hassan has been left out of Real Oviedo's squad for their pre-season match against Le Havre on Saturday, with the 24-year-old Egypt winger the subject of a Β£9m bid from Celtic and awaiting the green light to have a medical. (Anthony Joseph, external) Hassan is dealing with visa issues with an agreement in place to join Celtic on a contract until 2030, with Real Oviedo poised to make Β£6m, plus Β£1.3m more if the Premiership winners reach the Champions League proper. (George Tsarouchas, external) Real Oviedo head coach Julian Calero has revealed they will not stand in the way of Hassan's move to Celtic.
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
- Champions League 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
