Celtic: August 2008 - news archive

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell has hinted Celtic may make one new signing before the transfer window closes.

Celtic have been handed a tough draw in the Champions League, being drawn in Group E alongside Manchester United.

Hibs looks set to miss out on Celtic striker Derek Riordan after the player's agent indicated he is likely to remain at Celtic Park.

John Kennedy says he is enjoying his time at Norwich and would consider a permanent switch if Celtic decided to let him go.

Poland coach Leo Beenhakker has promised Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc a second chance after his World Cup qualifying axe.

Celtic boss Gordon Strachan has concerns over his strike force ahead of the Old Firm clash with Rangers on Saturday.

Birmingham may have to look elsewhere as target Bobo Balde says he is happy at Celtic despite being transfer-listed at Parkhead.

Falkirk striker Michael Higdon has slammed referee Iain Brines for failing to rule out a Celtic goal for handball.

Aston Villa are expected to step up their bid to sign Newcastle winger James Milner now Shaun Maloney has rejoined Celtic.

Celtic's Glenn Loovens has brushed off Dave Jones' comments about the SPL being a two-horse race and is eyeing a Holland call-up.

Gordon Strachan believes Celtic's new signing Glenn Loovens will continue to improve after unveiling him at Parkhead on Tuesday.

Celtic midfielder Thomas Gravesen has left the club which will free up some cash for Gordon Strachan to add to his squad.

Cardiff defender Glenn Loovens has joined Scottish champions Celtic for a fee in the region of £3million on a four-year deal.

Toulouse full-back Herita Ilunga has put Celtic and Newcastle on red alert by admitting he is interested in joining both clubs.

It's been revealed that Celtic stars Scott Brown and Darren O'Dea were involved in an incident at a Glasgow pub on Monday.

Spain star Xavi expects Celtic new boy Marc Crosas to take the SPL by storm and win a return to Barcelona next summer.

Celtic say more youth or fringe players at Barcelona could join after Marc Crosas was unveiled before the 1-0 win over St Mirren.

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has decided to end his pursuit of Auxerre's Romanian defender Gabriel Tamas after failing to agree fee.

Alex McLeish has confirmed that Birmingham wanted to sign Celtic defender Bobo Balde but were priced out of a move for the player.

Celtic new boy Marc Crosas is determined to prove Barcelona wrong for letting him leave the Nou Camp without giving him a chance.

Celtic boss Gordon Strachan insists he is active in the transfer market and admits he wants to strengthen his squad this week.

The agent of Polish duo Radoslaw Majewski and Szynan Pawlowski has dismissed claims the pair will go to Celtic on trial.