Latest Irish football transfers and rumours.
Welcome to ‘Transfer Talk’ where we track all the latest movements in the world of Irish Football.
09/08/2024: Kelleher linked to Juventus, Lawal joins Stoke.
Movers
Ireland under-21 defender and midfielder Bosun Lawal looks on the verge of signing for Stoke City from Celtic. He will sign a four-year deal with the Championship regulars once he completes a medical.
Ben Quinn has also completed his time at Celtic Park. The teenaged winger has signed a one-year deal with Mansfield Town in League One.
On the way out of Norwich – temporarily at least – is centre-back Emmanuel Adegboyega. He is joining Dundee United on loan for the 2024/2025 season.
Earlier this week, Ireland international Sean Maguire returned to Cork City after spending seven years in England with the likes of Preston North End and Carlisle.
Burnley forward Dara Costelloe has signed a loan deal with League Two outfit Accrington Stanley.
Rumours
The Daily Record are reporting that Caoimhin Kelleher is on the wishlist of Juventus. Kelleher spoke about his desire to get first-team minutes during the last international window and Juve’s desire to sell Wojciech Szczęsny could make a headline-grabbing transfer possible.
Adam Idah also looks likely to leave the English game by returning to Celtic Park. It seems progress is finally being made between Celtic and Norwich for the 23-year-old striker’s signature, with £6 million plus add-ons the latest offer.
“I’m hoping by the end of the window that can be done, with some others,” said Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers yesterday. “God willing, we can get that sorted along with one or two other players”
Football Insider reports that Dara O’Shea has ignored interest from Ipswich Town as he holds out for a move to Brentford. The Burnley centre-back could join Nathan Collins in defence for the London club.
Ireland under-21 midfielder Joe Hodge could be about to sign a loan deal with Hibernian after being told he will not be part of Wolves’ plans this season. He has already trained with the Scottish Premiership side.
In Case You Missed It
Ireland under-21 right-back Sam Curtis signed for Peterborough United on a season-long loan from Sheffield United.
16-year-old attacker Jaden Umeh has completed his move from Cork City to Portuguese giants Benfica.
Former Brighton and Shamrock Rovers left-back James Furlong will spend the season away from parent club Hull City after signing a loan deal with Wimbledon in League Two.
Rotherham United striker JJ Kayode has signed a loan deal with League One side Shrewsbury Town
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