Celtic is making moves to potentially disrupt Rangers’ plans to sign Manchester United midfielder Hannibal Mejbri, according to sources. The Scottish champions are reportedly in talks to bring Mejbri to Celtic Park instead of Ibrox. The 21-year-old player has been told he is not needed at Manchester United, and the club is open to a substantial offer for his transfer.
Earlier reports had indicated that Manchester United was looking to offload Mejbri as part of a squad overhaul. The player is interested in a move to either Celtic or Rangers due to the chance to participate in European competitions. Celtic seems determined to outmaneuver their rivals, as Rangers had already started discussions about a potential deal.
Mejbri, who hails from Tunisia, made his debut for Manchester United in 2021 but has struggled to secure a permanent spot in the starting lineup, with limited appearances and just one goal to his name. He spent part of last season on loan at Sevilla in Spain but failed to make a significant impact during his time there.
Despite facing challenges at the club level, Mejbri has been a regular feature for his national team, although he has yet to score a goal in his 26 appearances. With the potential departure of Matt O’Riley from Celtic this summer, there is speculation that the club may be looking to bring in a new midfielder. Former Scotland international Alan Hutton has expressed his belief that Celtic may enter the market for a replacement, despite having strong midfield options already.
In a related development, Chelsea has reportedly made a decision regarding Matt O’Riley. For more updates on Chelsea and other exclusive news, you can follow the latest updates on our Facebook page or join our new WhatsApp Channel for instant notifications directly to your mobile device.
