Celtic Weighing Up Bosman Move For This Former Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder: Why They Should Bring Him In

Celtic Weighing Up Bosman Move For This Former Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder: Why They Should Bring Him In According to the Mauritian football journalist Lassana Camara , Celtic are closely monitoring Yves Bissouma ahead of a potential summer swoop. But they are not alone in the race, with Dutch giants Ajax and Turkish outfit Istanbul Başakşehir also in the mix for the former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder, who has yet to choose his next destination upon his contract expiry at the end of the previous campaign. The 29-year-old Mali international spent his youth years at Majestic SC, JMG Academy Bamako and Real Bamako before breaking into the latter’s first-team squad back home. The French representatives, known for extensively scouting in Africa, identified him as a top talent during the 2016 African Nations Championship, which led to his transfer to Ligue 1 giants Lille. After a brief stint with the reserves, Bissouma cemented his place in the middle of the park and was eventually snapped up by Brighton & Hove Albion for around €17m. He took little time to settle in the Premier League and impressed with his athleticism and physicality. The Seagulls had him for four years; however, they couldn’t turn down a staggering £30m bid from Spurs in the summer of 2022. WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND – APRIL 25: Yves Bissouma of Tottenham Hotspur is challenged by Joao Gomes of Wolverhampton Wanderers during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Tottenham Hotspur at Molineux on April 25, 2026 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) The Malian made a strong start in North London under Antonio Conte, but his form declined over the years. Disciplinary issues further hampered his career, and he played only 11 times last season, regardless of Tottenham’s injury nightmare. Roberto De Zerbi did not view him in his plans, and the midfield ace, now a free agent, must decide his future. Why He Would Be A Shrewd Signing For Celtic Celtic , unlike previous windows, have been proactive with their transfer business. They lost Arne Engels to West Ham United but tied down Mika Baur from Paderborn to restore parity and quality in the centre of the pitch. Martin O’Neill convinced Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to pen an extension, as his experience and versatility would be key while competing in four competitions. Nevertheless, the Hoops have parted ways with outcast Paulo Bernardo, who at times operated as the understudy to Callum McGregor. Neither Reo Hatate nor Luke McCowan is suitable for that role, and any unforeseen injury to the skipper would leave a massive void unless they bring in a like-for-like alternative before Monday’s deadline. Bissouma has occasionally struggled due to a lack of concentration and consistency. But his timely tackles and interceptions, composure under pressure, technical traits, and the ability to carry the ball forward should see him slot in as a deep-lying playmaker in O’Neill’s 4-2-3-1 or a tactical 4-3-3 transition.