Celtic eye £4m Ligue 1 player who has faced Champions League holders

Celtic are in a positive moment of the season and have shown ambition in the transfer window, seeking players with good potential to reinforce the squad led by Martin O’Neill.

With a possible £4 million agreement, Joel Mvuka could become a new signing for Celtic. The Norwegian player would arrive from Lorient in France, a team that competes in one of the top five leagues in Europe.

Competing in Ligue 1 means understanding the sporting context of performing in a highly competitive league, facing teams such as Paris Saint-Germain, recent champions of the UEFA Champions League.

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Joel Mvuka, the young Norwegian prospect who excites Celtic

Joel Mvuka is currently 23 years old. His most notable positions are on the right flank, either as a full-back or winger, taking into account his speed. He has had a season with important minutes wearing the Lorient colors.

As indicated by Transfermarkt, Mvuka has played a total of 17 matches this season, accumulating 736 minutes and providing 2 assists, both in the Coupe de France.

According to the Daily Record, his signing is practically closed, barring any unforeseen issue, and the deal would be completed for £4M, making clear that the right-back position would be reinforced with the young prospect who competes in French football.

Mvuka’s dream is to earn a call-up for Norway ahead of the 2026 World Cup, hoping that his minutes in the remaining competition will be high enough to achieve his goal, expecting to accomplish it wearing Celtic colors.

“Representing Norway in the World Cup would be incredible for me. The last few years have been incredible for Norway. Many great players perform well, and the development of football in Norway is excellent,” said Joel Mvuka.