Sporting Lisbon Leads Race for Celtic Target Silas Andersen

Celtic appear to have lost out in the pursuit of Swedish midfielder Silas Andersen, with the player now publicly favoring a move to Sporting Lisbon. Andersen, a standout talent from BK Häcken, had been a target for Celtic during the January transfer window, but the Scottish club is now seen as an unlikely destination after the Portuguese side emerged as the clear frontrunner.

Andersen acknowledged the proposed transfer, stating he would love a move to Sporting and that talks appear to be advanced. Reports indicate the deal could be worth approximately 8.5 million euros, a figure that likely exceeds Celtic's typical spending range. Häcken had previously rejected offers around 3.2 million euros earlier this year, valuing the player significantly higher.

Across Glasgow, Rangers are preparing for a busy summer transfer window. The club is close to completing the signing of Hearts captain and Scotland striker Lawrence Shankland, who is expected to undergo a medical imminently. Shankland, who scored 16 league goals last season, is set to sign a two-year contract with an option for a further year.

Meanwhile, Rangers may also consider a significant sale to generate transfer funds. The...