Former Celtic captain Paul Lambert has expressed concern that the current squad is insufficient for the upcoming season, though he warned against reacting with panic. While Camilo Duran is currently the only new arrival, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has secured a contract extension.
Hopes of bringing back Kelechi Iheanacho and Marcelo Saracchi have faded, as Iheanacho moved to Bursaspor and Saracchi failed to finalize a return. Meanwhile, defender Maik Nawrocki has departed for Lens. Lambert noted that the team struggled last season and requires immediate strengthening to remain competitive domestically and in Europe.
Chief executive Michael Nicholson acknowledged the difficulty of the transfer market, citing intense competition from English clubs. Lambert suggests the club must invest significantly to secure seasoned professionals rather than relying solely on younger, developing talent. He emphasized that as a winning club, Celtic must prioritize experience to meet high performance expectations.
