Overview
- Reports on Tuesday say Callum McGregor has changed agents to Unique Sports Group, the same agency linked to Brendan Rodgers, and that Rodgers is reportedly exploring a move for him at Saudi club Al-Qadsiah.
- McGregor has told club media he wants to 'build something special' under Martin O'Neill and is preparing for pre-season with the squad while transfer speculation continues.
- Manager Martin O'Neill has acknowledged he cannot guarantee McGregor will stay if a sizeable offer arrives, saying he would be powerless to stop an exit driven by financial incentive.
- Celtic have made only one confirmed signing so far this window, and multiple midfielders are being linked with departures, which would leave the club short of experience and leadership if McGregor also moves on.
- McGregor has about two years left on his contract, which gives Celtic room to demand a fee, but Saudi clubs' large wages and roster rules make such moves attractive for players over 30 and increase pressure on the board to act.