Celtic Eye Transfer Target Niko Sigur Amid Alistair Johnston Injury
Celtic are reportedly considering a move for Niko Sigur after Alistair Johnston's injury. The Canadian international has been linked with the Hoops for months, and his versatility could be a valuable asset for the team.
What happened?
Celtic are looking at Niko Sigur again after failing to get a deal done for the Canada international earlier this year. Alistair Johnston's injury has now put another part of the Hajduk Split player's game firmly in focus.
Why it matters for Celtic
The Hoops have already added Haissem Hassan to Martin O'Neill's squad and work is continuing on a move for Mika Baur. Sigur stayed with Hajduk Split after his proposed switch to Glasgow fell away in January, but his name has now surfaced again as Celtic consider their next moves in the market.
What comes next?
Celtic have been here before with Sigur. The Hoops were 'one step away' from signing him in January, when Wolves were also being linked with the player. The January deal eventually faded away as circumstances changed around both clubs. Sigur stayed in Croatia and got another run of football with Hajduk before representing Canada at the World Cup, where his performances pushed his name back into the transfer conversation.
Celtic's interest continued earlier this summer, but contact with Hajduk would move things on another step. Croatian coverage has also floated a figure of around €2.9m for a possible Celtic offer.
Alistair Johnston injury adds to Niko Sigur appeal for Celtic
Most of the Celtic discussion around Sigur has centred on midfield but that is not the only job he can do. The 22-year-old has also played at right-back, which suddenly matters a little more after the latest news on Johnston. The latest Johnston injury update leaves him a major doubt for Celtic's Champions League play-off against LASK after he was forced off against Kilmarnock.
Celtic did not start looking at Sigur because Johnston got injured. They tried to sign him seven months ago. His ability to cover the right side of defence is nevertheless a useful part of the package. Midfield remains another moving part for Celtic. Baur is a target, while West Ham continue to show interest in Arne Engels.
Sigur could compete for minutes through the middle without being tied to one position. There is plenty of senior football behind him too. He has made 117 first-team appearances for Hajduk. The return is five goals and five assists, and his current deal runs until 2028.
If Johnston misses the LASK games, Donovan and Ralston are the immediate right-back options for O'Neill.
League standing: 1st in Premiership, 6 pts, 2W-0D-0L from 2 games, recent form WW.
The Hoops are looking strong at the start of the season, with a perfect record so far. They will be hoping to continue their winning ways against Dundee United in their next fixture.
Goals this season: 6 scored, 1 conceded (+5 goal difference).
Celtic have been clinical in front of goal, scoring six times in their first two games. They will be looking to add to that tally against Dundee United.
Next fixture: vs Dundee Utd (away, 2026-12-30) (11th in the table).
The Hoops will be facing a tough test against Dundee United, who are currently 11th in the table. They will need to be at their best to come away with a win.
Currently sidelined: Jota.
Celtic will be missing Jota for the foreseeable future, but they have a strong squad to call upon. They will be hoping to get him back on the pitch as soon as possible.
