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Celtic table initial offer for World Cup breakout star as player 'keen' to finalise Parkhead deal Winger caught Celtic’s eye after a strong tournament during the summer Celtic have tabled an initial offer of around £9m for Egyptian winger Haissem Hassan - who is reportedly ‘keen’ to complete a transfer from Spanish side Real Oveido to Glasgow. The 24-year old has been the subject of Hoops transfer interest since his heroics at the 2026 World Cup - where he helped the Pharaohs reach the Last 16 stage. Celtic have now made their first official bid of £6m, which could rise to £9m through bonuses. The left-footed right-winger only has one more year left on his Real Oveido contract - but Club Sporting Director David Fernandez made it clear earlier in the window that they want eight-figures for Hassan. Hoops boss Martin O’Neill has identified the flanks as areas that need strengthening. Along with Hassan, Celtic have also been in talks with Frosinone wide man Fares Ghedjemis after he helped his current side win promotion to the Italian Serie A. FC Utrecht winger Adrian Blake remains on their radar after a strong season in the Dutch Eredivisie. Hassan ‘keen’ to get Hoops deal over the line after initial bid Despite Celtic’s interest elsewhere, Hassan remains their number one target for the time being and is reportedly ‘keen’ on the move himself. According to Sky Sports: “Celtic have made a bid for Real Oviedo winger Haissem Hassan. Celtic’s offer is an initial fee of £6m, which could rise to £9m if all bonuses are achieved. “Nothing has been agreed yet but there's confidence a deal can finally be struck after lengthy talks. The Egypt international, 24, is keen on a move to the Scottish champions and personal terms are not expected to be an issue once the clubs can agree a deal.” With several potential departures including right back Alistair Johnston to Everton and midfielder Arne Engels to West Ham, Celtic are in need of quality additions - especially with their all-important two-legged Champions League play-off showdown with Austrian champions LASK Linz less than a fortnight away. How much do Oveido want for Hassan? Despite his strong World Cup, Hassan endured a disastrous league campaign with Oviedo last season, as they were relegated from La Liga to the Segunda Division. The Egyptian wasn’t able to get on the scoresheet in 38 appearances across all competitions. His previous release clause was around £16m before the Spanish side faced the drop. Club Sporting Director David Fernandez claims Oviedo will hold firm in negotiations despite their backs being against the wall. He said: "One of the main reasons I came was to interact with the ownership. I've been involved in every decision that's been made. Haissem Hassan is owned by Oviedo. We will have a firm policy for bringing in players and managing departures."