Celtic will pray for early Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup exit as strong Benjamin Tahirovic offer is prepared
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Credit: Imago Thu 28 May 2026 16:30, UK Celtic are in need of a new midfielder this transfer window and have been recently linked to Benjamin Tahirovic.The Bosnia and Herzegovina international currently plays for Danish club Brondby and had an impressive 2025-26 campaign.According to Sportsport.ba on 27 May, Celtic have taken notice and are preparing a strong financial offer for the 23-year-old this summer transfer window.However, with Brondby understanding that a good 2026 World Cup could see Tahirovic’s value rise higher, Celtic will be hoping that he will be on the plane back home as soon as possible. 🔄 Celtic Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Parkhead boardroom. VISIT THE CELTIC TRANSFER HUBCeltic need Benjamin Tahirovic to have an unimpressive World CupThe report states that Celtic are currently in the best position to secure the signing of Tahirovic, and are ahead of the likes of Rangers, who are also interested.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Nevertheless, Brondby are in no rush to sell due to the World Cup and are hoping that he can put in a standout display.Benjamin Tahirovic’s league stats this seasonPer 90 minutesGoals 0.08Shots 1.50Assists0.08Chances created1.43Passing accuracy 85.6%Tahirovic has some solid stats. Credit: FotmobAs a result, Celtic will be praying that Bosnia and Herzegovina have an early exit from the competition.The Balkan side are in Group B, which will see them take on Canada, Qatar and Switzerland.Given how favourable this draw is, and the fact third place sides also have a chance to progress into the knockouts, a group stage exit seems unlikely.However, Celtic will be hoping there is a potential shock on the cards as they aim to secure a bargain deal for Tahirovic.Will Tahirovic replace Reo Hatate?Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Celtic are ready to accept offers for Reo Hatate this summer.The midfielder has fallen down the pecking order at the Hoops and has struggled to get into the starting XI.The Bhoys view this summer as their “best opportunity” to cash in on the Japanese star as he heads into the final two years of his contract, and they won’t stand in his way if the right offer comes in.Hatate did not make a single start for Celtic after the split this season and was left out of the match day squad in the final Scottish Premiership match against Hearts as well as their Scottish Cup final victory against Dunfermline Athletic last weekend.