{
  "id": 5177486,
  "title": "Celtic delighted to sign Joel van den Berg",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/celtic-delighted-to-sign-joel-van-den-berg",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T21:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/celtic-delighted-sign-joel-van-213000419.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Celtic football club expressed great satisfaction over their recent acquisition of Joel van den Berg, the talented 19-year-old midfielder who has just transferred from PSV Eindhoven. The Scottish champions have secured the services of the young player for a significant four-year term, with an additional year contingent upon international clearance.\n\nVan den Berg, who made his professional debut with PSV in 2023, made a total of five appearances during the club's victorious campaign last season. The accomplished youngster made his first-team debut against FC Groningen, and now, he is thrilled to join the ranks of Martin O’Neill's squad.\n\nSpeaking about his decision to join Celtic, Joel van den Berg conveyed his excitement in a statement to CelticPlayer. He expressed his eagerness to train with the team, meet fellow players, and prove himself to the fans. The young midfielder highlighted his versatility as a box-to-box midfielder, emphasizing his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. He also noted his strong physical presence and capacity for scoring goals and providing assists. Van den Berg views playing for a champion club like Celtic as an important milestone in his burgeoning career.\n\nIn response to the signing, Celtic manager Martin O’Neill expressed his delight at securing such a promising talent. The manager praised Joel van den Berg's hunger, technical skills, and potential future success, noting that the young player will undoubtedly be an exciting spectator for Celtic fans. O’Neill is confident that the newly signed midfielder will make a significant impact on the squad.",
  "summary": "Celtic are delighted to announce the signing of Joel van den Berg, who has joined the club from PSV Eindhoven on a four-year deal, with the option of a further year, subject to international clearance...",
  "key_points": [
    "Celtic signs 19-year-old midfielder Joel van den Berg.",
    "Van den Berg transfers from PSV Eindhoven for four-year term.",
    "Player excited to train with Martin O'Neill's squad."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "Celtic sign five in one day after Van den Berg & Lotomba arrive",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/celtic-sign-five-in-one-day-after-van-den-berg-lotomba-arrive",
        "published": "2026-09-02T22:07:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}