Martin O'Neill and Michael Nicholson are in a crucial Celtic transfer summit as the Lennoxtown powwow accelerates the process of securing new signings.
The club has four key priorities, and O'Neill is keen to see them addressed as soon as possible. With a top-of-the-table clash against Hearts looming, the Celtic chiefs are in a hurry to finalize deals.
Manager Martin O'Neill, Chief Executive Michael Nicholson, and First-Team Coach Shaun Maloney, along with scouting staff, have gathered at Lennoxtown. O'Neill had previously expressed his intention to make signings this week, ahead of the upcoming match against Derek McInnes' league leaders.
The primary focus remains on acquiring another striker. Celtic has been gathering information on potential targets and is expected to narrow down their choices during this evening's meeting, aiming to finalize deals.
They have been linked with Lorient's Mohamed Bamba and Chelsea's David Datro Fofana. Celtic has a shortlist of players, and several targets were watched again over the weekend.
O'Neill was spotted at the Motherwell vs Ross County game, sparking speculation about a potential interest in Tawanda Maswanhise, the Steelmen's top scorer.
In addition to striker options, Celtic is also exploring wide player prospects, central defenders, and possibly another goalkeeper.
The club has made only one signing this transfer window, with former boss Wilfried Nancy bringing in Julian Araujo from Bournemouth on loan.
If Celtic decides to sign another defender, it could lead to Stephen Welsh returning to Motherwell on loan. Welsh spent the first half of the season there but was recalled by O'Neill for closer evaluation, playing over an hour in the cup match.
This means that Motherwell is the only option for Welsh if he leaves Celtic, unless he joins a team during the summer season.
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