Celtic are set to step up their interest in West Ham target Matteo Cancellieri. The Italian defender has been linked with a move to the London Stadium, but the Hoops are reportedly keen on signing him.

What's the latest on Cancellieri?

Celtic are believed to be in talks with West Ham over a potential deal for the 20-year-old defender. The Scottish club is reportedly willing to offer a significant transfer fee to secure his signing.

Why is Cancellieri a good fit for Celtic?

Cancellieri has been impressive for West Ham's youth team, and his signing could be a shrewd move by the Hoops. The Italian defender has the potential to become a key player for Celtic, and his arrival could boost the team's chances of winning the Premiership title.

What comes next for Cancellieri?

The transfer saga is set to continue, with Celtic and West Ham reportedly in talks over a potential deal. The Scottish club is believed to be willing to offer a significant transfer fee to secure Cancellieri's signing, but the deal is not yet confirmed.

League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 3rd in Premiership, 67 pts, 21W-4D-8L from 33 games, recent form WWWWW.

Goals this season: 59 scored, 35 conceded (+24 goal difference).

Title race: 3 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian.

Last result: Celtic 3-1 Heart Of Midlothian (2026-05-16).

Recent form (last 5): 5W-0D-0L (WWWWW, most recent first); on a 5-game winning run.

Next fixture: vs Heart Of Midlothian (at home, 2026-10-17) (1st in the table).

Celtic's interest in Cancellieri is a significant development in the transfer window. The Scottish club is reportedly willing to offer a significant transfer fee to secure his signing, and the deal could be a shrewd move by the Hoops. The Italian defender has the potential to become a key player for Celtic, and his arrival could boost the team's chances of winning the Premiership title.