Celtic Football Club has officially announced the signing of Egyptian winger Haissem Hassan on a four-year contract from Real Oviedo. This acquisition follows the recent arrivals of club record signing Kasper Hogh and Camilo Duran, further strengthening the squad ahead of the new season.

Details of the Transfer

The negotiations between Celtic and Real Oviedo have been ongoing for several weeks, particularly after Hassan's impressive performances for Egypt during the World Cup. The 24-year-old, who began his professional career with Châteauroux in France, moved to Spain in 2020 to join Villarreal. Last season, he made 38 appearances for Real Oviedo, contributing three assists while playing primarily as a right winger.

Player's Statement and Manager's Comments

Upon joining Celtic, Hassan expressed his excitement, stating, “It is a great moment and a real honour for me to join Celtic, a phenomenal club with such a brilliant history and wonderful supporters.” He added that he was eager to integrate with his new teammates and contribute to the team's success.

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill also shared his enthusiasm about the signing, stating, “We are delighted to bring Haissem to Celtic... He is someone who I think has the ability and experience to do very well for us.” O’Neill highlighted Hassan's potential to energize the squad and become a key player moving forward.

As Celtic continues to bolster its roster, the club is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with Paderborn for midfielder Mika Baur, indicating an active transfer window for the Scottish champions.