Celtic FC have taken a major step towards completing a stunning attacking signing, with manager Martin O’Neil confirming that negotiations with Ipswich Town are now reaching their final stages.
The Hoops have been searching for a forward capable of delivering goals, creating problems for defenders and becoming a major figure at Parkhead. The latest development has sparked huge excitement among Celtic supporters, with fans across X celebrating the possibility of another major attacking addition.
The player at the centre of the agreement is Marcelino Núñez, the Ipswich Town star who has established himself as a dangerous attacking presence in English football. Núñez has enjoyed a productive career since beginning his senior journey with Universidad Católica, before moving to Norwich City and eventually Ipswich Town.
Between 2020 and 2022, Núñez made 64 appearances for Universidad Católica, scoring 18 goals. His performances earned him a move to English football, where he joined Norwich City in 2022.
The forward quickly adapted to the demands of the English game. During his three-year spell at Norwich, he made 107 appearances and scored 31 goals, establishing himself as a consistent contributor in the final third.
In 2025, Ipswich Town secured his services, and Núñez has continued his impressive goalscoring form. He has made 36 appearances for the club and scored 13 goals, giving Celtic another reason to believe he could make an immediate impact in Scotland.
Celtic manager Martin O’Neil has now confirmed that discussions over the move are approaching their conclusion.
The potential agreement has emerged following Ipswich Town’s move to sign Daizen Maeda from Celtic, with the two clubs now involved in discussions that could see Núñez make the journey in the opposite direction.
O’Neil is understood to be enthusiastic about bringing the attacking star to Parkhead and believes his qualities could fit perfectly into Celtic’s attacking system.
The manager wants a player capable of making a difference in crucial matches, and Núñez’s record suggests he has the experience and confidence required to handle the pressure.
For Celtic supporters, however, the excitement goes beyond statistics.
The name Henrik Larsson has already been mentioned repeatedly by fans as they dream of seeing another legendary goalscorer lead the Celtic attack.
Larsson remains one of the greatest players ever to wear the Celtic shirt. During his time at Parkhead, the Swedish striker scored 242 goals in 313 appearances and became a club icon.
Nobody expects Núñez to simply replicate Larsson’s extraordinary career, but supporters believe he has the opportunity to create his own legacy.
His record in England has certainly caught their attention.
Núñez has demonstrated that he can consistently find the back of the net, while his technical ability and movement could provide Celtic with an additional attacking threat.
The potential arrival would also give O’Neil greater flexibility when selecting his attacking lineup. With Celtic competing on multiple fronts, having another proven goalscorer could become particularly important during a demanding season.
Supporters on X have wasted little time expressing their excitement.
@EwanMurray
“Henrik Larsson comparisons already? 😂 Let the man write his own story. If he scores 20+ for Celtic, nobody will care about the comparisons. Welcome to Paradise!”
@RossCampbell
“I honestly love this move. Celtic need hungry players who want to prove themselves. Núñez looks like he has goals in him. Can’t wait to see him in green and white. 💚”
@JamieMcLeod
“First Maeda goes to Ipswich and now Núñez could be coming the other way? Football is absolutely wild 😂 If this happens, Celtic have done some serious business.”
@DanielMorrison
“Forget the Larsson comparisons for now. Give Núñez time and let him become his own Celtic legend. The numbers are promising and I’m genuinely excited about this one. 🍀”
Celtic Park has a long history of producing special nights, and supporters know that a quality attacking player can quickly become a club legend when he delivers on the biggest occasions.
For Núñez, a move to Glasgow would represent another major chapter in his career.
He would be joining a club with enormous expectations, passionate supporters and a demand for attacking football. Every goal would be celebrated, while every performance would be closely examined.
For O’Neil, completing the agreement would represent a significant statement about his plans for Celtic.
The negotiations are now reaching their conclusion, and supporters are waiting for the final confirmation that could turn their excitement into reality.
If the agreement is completed, Núñez will arrive at Celtic with huge expectations on his shoulders.
The comparisons with Henrik Larsson may be impossible to avoid, but the Ipswich star will have the opportunity to write his own story.
And Celtic supporters will be hoping that story begins with goals.
