Celtic currently considering a move for Kosovo international Elvis Rexhbeçaj as interest in Augsburg midfielder grows…
The defensive midfielder played alongside Arne Engels at FC Augsburg
The defensive midfielder played alongside Arne Engels with the Bundesliga side and they could reportedly reunite in Glasgow. Celtic is among a growing number of clubs monitoring FC Augsburg midfielder Elvis Rexhbeçaj, with the 27-year-old attracting attention from across Europe.
Rexhbeçaj has 18 months remaining on his current deal with the Bundesliga side, who are eager to secure his future with an improved contract. However, with several clubs ‘knocking on the door,’ there is a real possibility he could move abroad.
Report states that Celtic have expressed an interest in Rexhbeçaj
According to Fussball Transfers in Germany, Celtic have expressed an interest in the player, joining Turkish giants Besiktas and Italian Serie B side Parma in the race for his signature. A number of English Championship clubs are also keeping a close eye on developments.
The midfielder has won seven caps for Kosovo and could make history if he joins the Scottish Champions, as he would become the first Kosovan player to feature in the Scottish Premiership.
Elvis has played for three German sides
Born in Gjonaj, Kosovo, to Kosovo-Albanian parents, Rexhbeçaj and his family relocated to Germany during the Kosovo War. He came through the youth system at Wolfsburg before later moving to FC Augsburg, with spells at FC Köln and VfL Bochum along the way.
Initially, he had ambitions of representing Germany at the international level and was also close to committing to Albania. However, on 13 July 2024, he officially pledged his allegiance to the Kosovo national team.
Rexhbeçaj was named in the most recent Kosovo squad
Rexhbeçaj was named in the most recent Kosovo squad by manager Franco Foda, and with Celtic looking at defensive midfield reinforcements, a move to Glasgow could possibly be on the cards.
Brendan Rodgers will also be able to have a chat with Arne Engels about his former teammate which will provide a difference perspective on the latest Celtic transfer target. Could these two be doing their pre-season training together at Celtic this summer? Time will tell.
