Celtic Intensify Pursuit of Torino Midfielder Gineitis

Celtic will intensify their interest in Torino's Lithuania midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, 22, after the conclusion of the Scottish Premiership winners' Champions League play‑off with LASK in Austria on Tuesday, with Celtic leading 3‑0 from the first leg. Gineitis set up Scotland forward Che Adams' impressive consolation in Torino's 2‑1 defeat by AC Milan on Sunday.

Celtic's Target

Celtic will intensify their interest in Torino's Lithuania midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, 22, following the conclusion of the Scottish Premiership winners' Champions League play‑off against LASK in Austria on Tuesday. The club entered the second leg with a 3‑0 advantage from the first leg.

Gineitis's Recent Performances

Gineitis provided the assist for Scotland forward Che Adams' consolation goal in Torino's 2‑1 defeat by AC Milan on Sunday, showcasing his ability to influence high‑level matches.

Managerial and Squad Notes

Manager Martin O'Neill has backed right‑back Colby Donovan to play a leading role at Celtic and has instructed his squad to stay off social media. First‑choice goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo, 24, remains unconcerned about the prospect of Celtic signing another goalkeeper this window. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen lead the race to sign Rangers' Nigeria defender Emmanuel Fernandez, 25, and St Johnstone goalkeeper Simo Valakari may decide to have three goalkeepers compete for the number one slot at McDiarmid Park.