The number of signings Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy 'wants' in January

Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy. <i>(Image: Bruce White / Shutterstock)</i>
Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy. (Image: Bruce White / Shutterstock)
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Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy reportedly wants to add four new signings in the January transfer window.

As the window opens on Thursday, clubs are given until Monday, February 2, 2026, to finalise any business dealings.

RecordSport has reported that Nancy is eager to bring in a right-back, a right-sided centre-back, a right winger, and a striker.

There is also speculation that this list might be extended if other players are moved on.

One key target for Celtic is stated to be Julian Araujo.


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Capped 16 times by Mexico, the versatile right-back, who can also play at right-midfield, wants a loan move away from Premier League side Bournemouth.

He is seeking regular playing time ahead of the World Cup that is being co-hosted by his country in the summer.

Nancy is more than familiar with Araujo, having faced him multiple times in the MLS during his LA Galaxy days when the current Celtic boss managed Montreal and Columbus Crew.

Another player reportedly on Nancy's radar is striker Diego Rossi.

Rossi played under Nancy in the States and is said to be keen on reuniting with the manager in Glasgow.

However, a 'major offer' would be necessary to convince Columbus Crew to let go of the striker.

Additionally, Celtic have reportedly set their sights on Ivory Coast winger, Jocelin Ta Bi.

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