Celtic have signed Chelsea striker Shim Mheuka on a season-long loan deal. The transfer was confirmed by expert Fabrizio Romano, who reported the 18-year-old completed his medical in London earlier this week.
Martin O'Neill's side, who sit top of the Premiership with a perfect record of three wins from three games, have added another attacking option. The club leads the table by two points and has scored eight goals in the early stages of the campaign, a strong start you can track on our standings page.
Who is Celtic's new signing Shim Mheuka?
Shim Mheuka is an 18-year-old forward who joined Chelsea from Brighton's academy in 2022. He made his first-team debut for the London club in December 2024 and has since made nine senior appearances, including two in the Premier League. His potential was highlighted last season when he was named the Premier League 2 'Player of the Season'. As part of this loan move to Celtic, he signed a new contract with Chelsea that runs until the summer of 2033. The deal does not include an option for Celtic to make the transfer permanent.
What did Fabrizio Romano say about the deal?
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano provided the key confirmation of the move. "Celtic have agreed loan deal to sign Shim Mheuka from Chelsea, medical now completed," Romano said. "Season long loan for the striker joining from #CFC." His reporting, which was later carried by The Scotsman, outlined the structure of the agreement. Romano is a widely followed source for transfer news, and his update signals the formal completion of the deal for the young prospect.
Where does Mheuka fit into the current Celtic squad?
Manager Martin O'Neill gains a fresh attacking talent as his team builds on a flawless start to the domestic season. With eight goals scored and only two conceded, Celtic's attack is already functioning well. Mheuka will provide depth and competition in forward areas as the squad manages a busy schedule. Fans can view the full roster, including new additions, on our squad page. The team's next challenge is a home match against Motherwell on December 26th, a fixture that is sixth in the current table.
What was the other Scotland-related transfer news?
In related news from Romano, Scotland international Nathan Patterson is set to leave Everton for Torino on a permanent transfer. The 24-year-old right-back, who joined Everton from Rangers in January 2022, has agreed a contract with the Italian club until June 2029. Romano noted that "#EFC secured a big sell-on clause," with reports indicating Everton will retain around 30 percent of any future sale value. The transfer fee is described as relatively modest. Patterson has already undergone medical checks in Italy. This move comes as Sebastien Pocognoli begins his tenure as the new head coach of the Scotland national team. Celtic return to action on December 26th at home to Motherwell.
