Marc Guéhi was denied a transfer to Liverpool in the summer (Credits: Imago Images)
Celtic’s summer transfer window has taken a difficult turn, and even legendary rock star Sir Rod Stewart is making his concerns known to the world.
The 81-year-old rocker posted on social media while aboard his luxury yacht, flying the club’s colours but expressing his unease about the lack of incoming players.
Stewart’s intervention carries extra weight given that he retains a strong personal relationship with those at the top of the Scottish club.
His social media message was direct and pointed, stating: “Flying the Celtic flag, as always, but why aren’t we signing any new players?”
The frustration from the global celebrity mirrors a growing sense of unrest among the wider Celtic support as the new season edges closer.
The Premiership champions endured a painful Friday when transfer moves for both Kelechi Iheanacho and Marcelo Saracchi collapsed without warning.
Manager Martin O’Neill had been keen to bring both players back after they played a role in Celtic securing a 14th title in 15 seasons.
However, Iheanacho has since signed a three-year deal with Bursaspor, while Saracchi revealed that despite his best efforts, a return to Glasgow’s east end will not happen.
Celtic have made some moves in the market, re-signing Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and completing a £6m deal for Camilo Duran from Qarabag.
Those additions have not been enough to calm nerves, particularly with star men Arne Engels and Daizen Maeda both expected to depart before the transfer window closes.
The pressure on the club’s recruitment team is intensifying with each passing day and each failed deal that becomes public knowledge.
Celtic fans desperate for answers will be watching closely when Martin O’Neill faces the media following Saturday’s match against Middlesbrough at Celtic Park.
O’Neill will need to provide reassurance that the club has a clear plan to strengthen adequately before the new campaign gets underway.
With a high-profile supporter like Stewart now openly voicing his concerns, the spotlight on Celtic’s transfer activity has never been brighter this summer.
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