Despite the absence of midweek matches, there’s no shortage of news coming from Celtic Park this week. Luis Palma, a player on the fringes of the squad, is reportedly considering a winter exit from the club. The 24-year-old Honduran winger has found it challenging to secure a consistent starting position this season, managing only three substitute appearances in the Scottish Premiership and one disappointing start in the Premier Sports Cup against Falkirk. Following this underwhelming performance, he faced criticism from sections of the fanbase, leading to his active engagement on social media.
Celtic previously rejected transfer offers for Palma as the summer window closed, but recent reports suggest he might be ready to leave if his playing time does not increase under Brendan Rodgers. A report from Honduras indicates that Palma could be open to leaving the club in January, whether through a loan or a permanent transfer, due to the intense competition for places in the team.
Meanwhile, another Celtic player, Alexandro Bernabei, is making strides while on loan at Brazilian club Internacional. The left-back’s recent performance included an assist in a match against Red Bull Bragantino, prompting discussions with his coach about his development. Coach Roger Machado emphasized the need for Bernabei to mature in his gameplay, balancing his attacking instincts with solid defensive responsibilities. Machado noted that while Bernabei possesses the talent to excel defensively, he often becomes too focused on positioning for offensive opportunities, which sometimes leads to mistakes.
Amidst these player movements, Celtic is reportedly ramping up interest in young striker Bazoumana Toure from Hammarby. The Swedish club is seeking around £8.3 million for the 18-year-old talent. Hammarby’s sporting director, Mikael Hjelmberg, acknowledged the interest from various clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester United, but stated they are preparing