{
  "id": 2194000,
  "title": "Mahmic would provide Celtic with a key trait that’s been missing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/mahmic-would-provide-celtic-with-a-key-trait-thats-been-missing",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T18:10:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mahmic-celtic-key-trait-missing-181000148.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ermin Mahmic's signing would provide Celtic with a key trait that has been missing for some time. The 22-year-old Bosnian international, who played for his nation in the recent World Cup, is currently at Czech side Slovan Liberec. His potential is undeniable, as he is not just a playmaker but also a threat from outside the box. Regularly, he likes to take a shot from distance, and more often than not, he hits the target, leading to goals or saves for the goalkeeper. The importance of this skill is highlighted by the old objective: \"if you don’t shoot, you don’t score,\" which has become less prevalent in modern football. Celtic's need for such a player is further emphasized by the departure of Arne Engels to West Ham United and Reo Hatate seeking a move elsewhere. With Mika Baur already on board, Celtic still requires more additions to their attacking midfield. Mahmic, with his potential and skill set, would fit their transfer strategy perfectly, given his young age, international status, and expected improvement.",
  "summary": "Ermin Mahmic would provide Celtic with a key trait that’s been missing for quite some time. He’d be an exciting signing…With Arne Engels now a West Ham United player, after his £25 million move...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}