Transfer News: Al-Ittihad Eyes Celtic's Star Player Jota for a Record-Breaking £25m Deal – Latest Updates!

Al-Ittihad is currently engaged in advanced discussions with Celtic for the acquisition of Jota in a lucrative deal worth £25m. The negotiations primarily revolve around the initial fee, payment structure, and potential add-ons.

Once an agreement is reached, finalizing personal terms with the Saudi Pro League club should be a mere formality, paving the way for the completion of the move as early as next week. In the event of a future transfer of Jota, Benfica would be entitled to receive 30% of the transfer fee, considering that he was initially loaned to Celtic in 2021 and subsequently acquired through the activation of a buyout clause by the Glasgow club last summer.

Jota, who agreed to a five-year contract, netted 15 goals and contributed 12 assists in the previous season.

Following their acquisition by PIF, Al-Ittihad has recently secured Karim Benzema from Real Madrid and N'Golo Kante from Chelsea.

Celtic complete signing of Tilio from Melbourne City

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Celtic have sealed a deal for Marco Tilio from Melbourne City

Celtic have officially confirmed the acquisition of Marco Tilio, a talented winger from Melbourne City and a key player for the Australian national team.

The 21-year-old has committed to a lengthy and promising five-year contract at Celtic Park, marking the second signing of Brendan Rodgers' return to the club.

Tilio expressed his excitement about joining a prestigious club like Celtic and playing alongside a group of Australians. He mentioned his eagerness to showcase his skills, including taking on opponents in the penalty area, providing assists, and scoring goals for the team.

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"It presents a remarkable opportunity for me, witnessing Australians excel at that esteemed club. It's an immense chance for myself that I could not refuse. Plus, the experience of being in the company of Aaron Mooy and Tommy Rogic during the national team camp certainly facilitated my decision."

Rodgers: A good time to strengthen

We News understands the club's board will back Brendan Rodgers in the transfer market to help him deliver domestic success and compete in the Champions League.

Celtic have already secured the signing of midfielder Odin Thiago Holm on a five-year contract, marking Rodgers' first acquisition since his return to Glasgow. The Parkhead manager is eager for more signings to bolster the team's strength. "When you perform well, it's an opportune time to reinforce," he stated, emphasizing that the emphasis will not solely be on quantity.

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Over the past few years, a solid team has been assembled, and our focus now is to nurture and augment it with exceptional talents. The youthfulness of the squad fills me with anticipation, as there is still immense room for growth and development among these players.

Who among them will embark on new adventures this summer, as the transfer window commences on June 14 and concludes at 11pm on September 1 in England, and at midnight in Scotland?

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