Celtic close in on Mika Baur after major breakthrough in £7m transfer talks

Celtic is nearing the completion of a £7 million transfer deal for midfielder Mika Baur, reports indicate. The 22-year-old, who had been on the Hoops' radar, finally reached a breakthrough in negotiations with Paderborn. Paderborn, the Bundesliga side, had remained firm on their valuation despite Baur entering the final year of his contract.

However, Celtic's persistence appears to have paid off, with Baur granted permission to hold talks and potentially a medical ahead. Despite his club's reluctance to lose a standout performer, Baur's willingness to join Celtic has remained uncompromising throughout negotiations.