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Celtic Identify Hassan as Priority Transfer Target Amidst Squad Reshuffle

Scottish Premiership club Celtic has reportedly made Haissem Hassan their primary transfer target as manager Stephen Robinson continues to reshape the squad. Meanwhile, Motherwell has agreed to a significant sale.

News Published 18 July 2026 3 min read FootballGames10 Desk
Haissem Hassan, Egypt international and Real Oviedo attacker
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Celtic FC has reportedly identified Real Oviedo and Egypt attacker Haissem Hassan as their top priority signing target, according to recent transfer gossip. The 24-year-old winger has emerged as a key figure in Celtic’s recruitment plans as the club looks to strengthen its squad.

The development comes as Celtic continues its pursuit of new talent in the transfer window, aiming to bolster their performance in upcoming competitions. Hassan’s profile as an attacking player with international experience makes him an attractive prospect for the Scottish club.

Aberdeen’s Squad Reshuffle

Meanwhile, Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson is actively working to reshape his squad, with further player departures expected in the coming weeks. Robinson has additional targets in mind as he seeks to bring new talent into the club and manage existing player movements. The manager has indicated that exits from Pittodrie are anticipated in the near future, suggesting a period of significant squad transition for the Dons.

Motherwell Agree Sale of Elliot Watt

In other transfer news, Motherwell has reached an agreement to sell winger Elliot Watt to Turkish club Samsunspor for a fee exceeding £1 million. The 26-year-old Watt’s departure represents a notable sale for Motherwell, providing a financial boost and creating space in their squad.

Hearts’ Champions League Squad

Hearts’ preparations for their upcoming Champions League qualifying tie against Austrian side Sturm Graz have seen new recruits Amadou Ba-Sy, MJ Kamson-Kamara, Josh McPake, and Beau Reus omitted from the 22-man squad. This decision suggests that these new signings may not yet be fully integrated or eligible for the crucial European fixture.

Key facts

Club Player/Action Details Source
Celtic Haissem Hassan Priority transfer target BBC Sport (Sun)
Motherwell Elliot Watt Sold to Samsunspor for over £1m BBC Sport (Sun)
Aberdeen Squad Reshuffle Manager Stephen Robinson targeting new recruits and expecting departures BBC Sport (Press and Journal, Record)
Hearts Champions League Squad New recruits not included for Sturm Graz tie BBC Sport (Edinburgh Evening News)

This transfer activity underscores the dynamic nature of the Scottish Premiership during the transfer window, with clubs actively seeking to improve their squads and manage player movements. For Celtic, securing a player of Hassan’s calibre would be a significant statement of intent. For Aberdeen and Motherwell, the focus is on rebuilding and strategic sales, respectively. Hearts’ squad selection for their European campaign highlights the immediate challenges and decisions facing managers in the lead-up to major competitions.

Source: BBC Sport Football – https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c5y03ev13r3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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BBC Sport Football Original publication: 2026-07-18T07:45:30+00:00