JUST: CELTIC FC ISSUES AN ‘OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT’ AHEAD OF PRE-SEASON TRAINING AND TRANSFER

CELTIC FC MAKES OFFICIAL TRANSFER ANNOUNCEMENT AHEAD OF PRE-SEASON TRAINING AS FANS AWAIT BIG DECISION

Celtic have made an important transfer announcement as preparations for the new season intensify, with players returning for pre-season training and supporters eagerly awaiting further movement in what promises to be a crucial summer transfer window.

The Scottish champions have entered what is expected to be one of their busiest transfer windows in recent years. While speculation continues to surround several first-team stars and potential arrivals, the club has now moved to provide certainty over one experienced member of the squad.

With speculation continuing over potential arrivals and departures, the Scottish champions have now provided supporters with clarity over one experienced member of the squad while also outlining the club’s ambitions for the weeks ahead.

Manager Martin O’Neill is determined to have his squad in the strongest possible position before the competitive fixtures begin, with Celtic expected to challenge once again for domestic honours while aiming to make a stronger impact in European competition. The latest announcement signals that work behind the scenes is already well underway.

In an official club statement, Celtic confirmed that midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has signed a new one-year contract extension, committing his future to the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The club said:

“Celtic Football Club is delighted to confirm that midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has signed a new one-year contract extension, committing his future to the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Everyone at Celtic congratulates Alex on his new deal and looks forward to his continued contribution as the squad prepares for another exciting campaign.

As preparations for the new season continue, the club remains fully committed to strengthening the first-team squad during the summer transfer window. Recruitment work is ongoing, with the objective of adding quality and competition across the defensive, midfield and attacking areas.

Alongside our transfer activity, Celtic remains committed to the development of young talent. The club will continue to closely monitor the progress of players within the Academy, with outstanding young prospects earning opportunities to impress the first-team coaching staff throughout pre-season. The pathway from the Academy to the senior squad remains a key part of the club’s long-term vision.

The club will continue to update supporters as further developments arise during the transfer window.”

The official confirmation comes at a crucial time. Manager Martin O’Neill is keen to maintain continuity within his squad while the club continues to assess new transfer targets and possible departures during the remainder of the summer window. Reports indicate Celtic are still expected to strengthen several positions before the transfer deadline as they prepare for another title defence and a return to European competition. 

The announcement has also generated considerable excitement among supporters, many of whom believe the contract extension is only the first step in what could become a busy and ambitious transfer window. With the club openly highlighting plans to strengthen in defence, midfield and attack while promoting opportunities for academy talent, expectations have risen that further announcements could follow before the squad departs for its pre-season fixtures.

Supporters were quick to react across social media.

Fans Reaction Online

@HoopsForever67: “Great news! Now let’s get the defender and striker we’ve been waiting for.”

 @ParadiseFaithful: “Keeping experienced players while strengthening the squad is exactly what we needed.”

@Bhoy1888: “I love hearing that academy players will get real opportunities.”

@HoopsTalk: “One announcement down… now announce the new signings!”

@CelticUltra: “This sounds like the club has a proper plan. Can’t wait to see who’s next.”

With pre-season now underway, Celtic supporters will be watching closely as the club looks to turn its words into action. The confirmation of Oxlade-Chamberlain’s extension provides stability, while the commitment to reinforce the squad in defence, midfield and attack and to promote outstanding young talent has only increased anticipation surrounding the remainder of the summer transfer window.