Celtic could reportedly step up Bazoumana Toure interest after being impressed by his progress

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Due diligence is already underway at Celtic regarding future transfer moves as Brendan Rodgers looks to add to his squad that is bristling with talent.

Eight summer signings, including the arrival of Arne Engels for £11 million and Adam Idah for £9.5 million inclusive of add-ons, have shown their ambition to push the boat out in the market compared to recent years.

Despite late advances for a winger, namely Lazio’s Gustav Isaksen, the Bhoys elected to keep their current wide options in situ for the first half of the campaign.

Nevertheless, one name mentioned in connection with Celtic during the summer was Hammarby’s Bazoumana Toure, who the club scouted earlier in the year even with the possibility of a bid at that time being unlikely.

Previously, Bayer Leverkusen, Crystal Palace, and Eintracht Frankfurt were all tracking the teenage attacker amid his promising emergence in Sweden, scoring six times and registering three assists in 16 senior appearances.

Now, further details have come to light regarding Celtic’s attraction towards the Ivory Coast Under-20 international.

Celtic are said to be ‘seriously interested’ in Bazoumana Toure

After running further scouting checks on Toure, Celtic are said to be ‘seriously interested’ in the versatile talent after chief scout Joe Lefevre was left ‘impressed’ by what he has seen from the youngster [FotbollDirekt].

The outlet claim Hammarby have set an asking price estimated to be around the €10 million for the rising star, which would equate to around £8.35 million if the Bhoys were to firm up their admiration in January or further down the line.

Ultimately, it remains to be seen whether there could be legs to this saga. Portuguese giants Benfica have been mentioned as a new suitor for his signature, illustrating how highly thought of Toure is becoming among distinguished sides across European football.

It is common knowledge that Celtic have the financial power to pull off such a move. However, stiff competition is likely in the event of any chase becoming viable.

Either way, it is refreshing to hear the Bhoys are already getting their ducks in a row ahead of the next transfer window.

Nothing is set in stone and there hasn’t been much communication over potential targets, but the club look to be carrying out work behind the scenes. Let’s see what happens.