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Celtic are making progress in their pursuit of UD Las Palmas’ Dinko Horkaš, after Martin O’Neill’s side submitted an offer. Kasper Schmeichel’s retirement has forced the Scottish champions to look for a stopper this summer. Celtic, who have identified a few targets, have been working on signing the 27-year-old for the past few weeks. On July 25th, we relayed news O’Neill’s side are optimistic about concluding the operation. Two days later, Sport Witness covered claims from Spain denying Las Palmas agreeing terms with Celtic. The Segunda División side are open to a sale and are demanding a satisfactory offer. Celtic make offer Celtic have made the first move by tabling a €4m bid. That’s according to Canarias7, a newspaper local to the Spanish club, who cover the latest on Dinko Horkaš. Las Palmas are demanding a ‘greater financial commitment’ from Celtic, meaning a higher offer. Despite the difference, the negotiations are progressing between the clubs. This has given the Scottish club a route to return with an improved bid. Dinamo Zagreb have also shown interest in the Croatian. He seems to be an alternative, as Fenerbahçe’s Dominik Livaković is their main target. Celtic have upper hand The Scottish club have been leading the race to sign Dinko Horkaš, who is keen on leaving this summer. He wants to take the next step, more so after the Spanish club’s relegation to the second division. However, the goalkeeper isn’t pushing or forcing a move. Instead, he’s patient and remains professional by staying calm and respectful. His desire to play at the highest level puts Celtic in an ‘advantageous position’ to secure his services. Martin O’Neill’s side returning with an improved offer is key for them to conclude the deal. Las Palmas reportedly set a €10m price while other claims have mentioned around €7m as their request. Key transfer points - Celtic have been pursuing stopper for weeks - Scottish club table €4m bid, Las Palmas demand more - Negotiations progressing well, room for Celtic to improve offer - O’Neill’s side have upper hand for signing