Celtic and Rangers have been at the center of intriguing transfer speculation since the January window opened.
Both Glasgow clubs are evaluating potential departures from their squads while pursuing exciting targets to bolster their performances in the second half of the season.
Celtic currently enjoy a commanding 13-point lead over Rangers in the Scottish Premiership standings. Meanwhile, Rangers have created a significant gap between themselves and Aberdeen, who were once neck-and-neck with Celtic earlier in the season.
With the league set to resume next weekend, let’s dive into the latest transfer developments surrounding both clubs.
Celtic target ‘wants to leave’ this month
Celtic are actively searching for attacking reinforcements and have identified Lille forward Mohamed Bayo as a potential option.
The 26-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Le Havre AC, has struggled for game time since returning to Lille. This season, he has managed only 216 minutes in Ligue 1, often restricted to brief appearances off the bench.
Frustrated by his lack of opportunities, Bayo is reportedly exploring options to leave the club during the January transfer window.
According to Foot Mercato, if Bayo decides to move, he won’t be short of suitors. Numerous French clubs have expressed interest in the striker, along with Royal Antwerp and Celtic.
Any potential deal could see Bayo join on a six-month arrangement until the end of the season.
However, the report highlights that Lille are currently “not open” to letting the forward go, despite his limited role in the squad. If Celtic hope to secure Bayo’s services, they will need to present a compelling case to persuade Lille to change their stance.
