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Celtic Targets U20 World Cup Star Essadak Amidst Transition

11/10/2025

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Celtic is pursuing Moroccan midfielder Hossam Essadak, who captained his team to victory at the U20 World Cup.
Africa Foot reports Celtic has made an official offer for the 20-year-old.
Essadak's previous move to Las Palmas fell through due to the club's relegation.
Following Brendan Rodgers' resignation, Celtic seeks a new manager with Martin O'Neill in interim charge while planning to strengthen in the January transfer window.

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Celtic is pursuing Moroccan midfielder Hossam Essadak, who captained his team to victory at the U20 World Cup.
Africa Foot reports Celtic has made an official offer for the 20-year-old.
Essadak's previous move to Las Palmas fell through due to the club's relegation.
Following Brendan Rodgers' resignation, Celtic seeks a new manager with Martin O'Neill in interim charge while planning to strengthen in the January transfer window.