Respected transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has posted some transfer news relating to former Celtic striker Giōrgos Giakoumakīs.

Celtic's Greek striker Giorgos Giakoumakis — Giorgos Giakoumakis applauds supporters at the end of the UEFA Champions League match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk, at the Celtic Park , on October 25, 2022. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

The Greek international striker, who left Celtic to join MLS side Atlanta United in January 2023, is the target Mexico City side Cruz Azul.

Cruz Azul have, according to Romano, made a formal bid of $10m plus add-ons to Atlanta United and he also advises that the 29 year-old former Celtic striker is keen on the move.

There are reports that contract extension talks with Atlanta United have stalled and it looks like a repeat of the situation we saw developing at Celtic with signing a long term contract then quickly looking for improved terms. He has been relatively successful at the MLS side but has also had injury concerns.

Atlanta defender Brooks Lennon 11 reacts after teammate Giorgos Giakoumakis 7 scored a goal during the MLS, Fussball Herren, USA match between D.C. United and Atlanta United FC on June 10th, 2023 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire SOCCER: JUN 10 MLS – Atlanta United FC vs D.C. United

Atlanta might fancy cashing in on their striker if the money is right, with talk of a rebuild being planned within the squad anyway. No news on whether there’s a sell-on clause in his transfer from Celtic but it’s one to watch.

🔵🇲🇽 Cruz Azul have sent formal bid for $10m package with add-ons included to Atlanta United for Giōrgos Giakoumakīs.

Player’s agent, in the USA to advance in talks as Giōrgos is keen on the move. pic.twitter.com/sacuT5GLLS

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 31, 2024

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