Celtic sign Danish midfielder Oliver Sorensen on loan from Parma

Celtic have completed the loan signing of Danish midfielder Oliver Sorensen from Italian club Parma, adding another new face to their squad ahead of the transfer deadline. The 24-year-old has joined on a season-long deal that includes an option for a permanent transfer, becoming the club's fifth new recruit of the summer window.

Sorensen expressed his enthusiasm for the move, stating he felt lucky to be part of the club and hoped the attacking style of play would suit him. He revealed he had spoken with former Celtic defender Erik Sviatchenko about the move, who congratulated him and wished him good luck. Celtic manager Martin O'Neill welcomed the signing, describing Sorensen as a player with good experience at a high level in both Italy and Denmark. O'Neill highlighted his energy, ability to move well up and down the pitch, and versatility across the midfield positions.

The midfielder arrives having made 34 appearances for Parma in Serie A last season, though he started only 19 of those matches. He did not feature in Parma's opening two league fixtures of the current campaign. His signing is part of a broader push by Celtic to strengthen their squad before the Scottish...