Celtic’s Bid for Sondre Orjasaeter Rejected as Club Holds Firm on £7M Valuation

Celtic’s efforts to bolster their attacking options have hit a roadblock, with reports indicating that their bid for Norwegian winger Sondre Orjasaeter has been turned down. The 21-year-old, who had an impressive season with Sarpsborg 08 in 2024—scoring six goals and providing five assists—has attracted attention from the Scottish champions. However, the Norwegian club is standing firm on their £7 million valuation, rejecting Celtic’s initial £4.4 million offer.

Despite Celtic’s long-standing interest in Orjasaeter, Sarpsborg appears reluctant to let go of their talented winger, even for the right price. The club’s hesitation suggests they may prefer to keep him at least until the end of the season. Whether Celtic will return with an improved bid remains to be seen, but time is running out with the transfer window nearing its deadline.

Celtic’s pursuit of reinforcements comes shortly after the return of Portuguese winger Jota, who rejoined the club from Rennes earlier in the week. The 25-year-old’s comeback has brought excitement to the squad, yet with injuries and departures affecting their wing options, manager Brendan Rodgers is still looking to strengthen his squad. James Forrest remains sidelined due to injury, while Luis Palma is expected to join Olympiacos. With Daizen Maeda unavailable for European matches and Yang Hyun-jun featuring on the left flank in their latest game against Aston Villa, Celtic’s need for additional wide options is apparent.

When asked about the speculation linking him to Celtic, Orjasaeter acknowledged the interest but remained composed about his future. “Of course, it’s exciting when big clubs show interest,” he said. “But I don’t pay much attention to rumors. I just focus on training and enjoying my time with my teammates. A year ago, I wouldn’t have imagined being in this position, but things have moved quickly.” His response suggests he is in no rush to force a move, leaving the decision firmly in Sarpsborg’s hands.

With just days left in the transfer window, Celtic must decide whether to increase their offer or shift their focus to alternative targets. The coming days will reveal if they are willing to meet Sarpsborg’s asking price or if Rodgers will have to make do with his current squad as they continue their campaign in both domestic and European competitions.

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