Celtic transfer updates: Liel Abada, Ryan Fraser, Dominik Livakovic

Celtic have been linked with moves for Ryan Fraser and Dominik Livakovic, while Liel Abada may be heading on his way out of Glasgow

Celtic have battled through an abundance of changes in recent months, which started with Ange Postecoglou leaving the Parkhead hot-seat and being replaced by the returning Brendan Rodgers.

There have also been plenty of alterations on the pitch since the summer transfer window opened for business, with Jota being a high-profile departure as he decided to cash in on the riches on offer in Saudi Arabia by sealing a £25million move to Al-Ittihad.

Carl Starfelt brought the curtain down on his Celtic career earlier this week, heading to La Liga side Celta Vigo as he wanted to be closer to partner Jacynta Galabadaarachchi, who competes for Sporting Women.

But Rodgers has also been welcoming fresh faces to Glasgow before the fast-approaching September 1 transfer deadline, splashing out more than £12million on the likes of Maik Nawrocki, Odin Thiago Holm and Hyun-jun Yang.

Ahead of the summer window slamming shut, two respected journalists have exclusively told GIVEMESPORT of further business which can be expected, as well as a current star who could profit from Rodgers heading back to familiar surroundings.

 

Abada to flourish under Rodgers

Celtic are facing a battle to hold onto Liel Abada as, according to Sky Sports, two unnamed European clubs are preparing to test their resolve by launching bids.

The report suggests sides from Ligue 1 and the Bundesliga want to sign the winger, who has been on the Bhoys’ books since completing a £3.5million switch from Maccabi Petah Tikva two years ago, while Eredivisie giants Ajax and Portuguese heavyweights Sporting are also keeping tabs on his situation.

But Celtic are in a strong negotiating position as Abada’s contract is not due to expire until the summer of 2026, while Jota’s big-money move away from Glasgow means Rodgers is under no pressure to sanction exits in order to boost his budget.

The Israel international did not let the uncertainty over his future have an impact on his performance on the opening day of the Scottish Premiership season as he grabbed an assist during the 4-2 win over Ross County last weekend.

That took Abada’s number of goal contributions in a Hoops shirt up to 49 in 102 appearances ahead of Rodgers’ charges travelling to Aberdeen on Sunday.

Sky Sports reporter Anthony Joseph believes the Celtic chief could get the best out of the 21-year-old if he succeeds in fending off widespread interest.

He told GIVEMESPORT: “Rodgers does like to have things a bit more structured, pressing at the right times and things like that.

“Even though it is quite an attacking philosophy that Rodgers has, what I think we might see under Rodgers is the traditional wingers will flourish.

“He’s going to love players like Abada. If Abada stays, I think he could really work well under Brendan Rodgers.”