Celtic Agree Club Record £11m Deal to Sign Kasper Hogh

Celtic FC has agreed to a club-record transfer fee of £11 million to sign striker Kasper Hogh from Bodo/Glimt, according to reporting from STV News and the Daily Record.

Kasper Hogh Transfer Details and Record Fee

The £11 million fee represents a new spending benchmark for Celtic, according to STV News. The Daily Record reports that Hogh has already successfully passed the medical requirements necessary to finalize the move from the Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt.

The BBC previously indicated that the medical process was scheduled to take place within a 24-hour window prior to the confirmation of the successful result. While the transfer fee has been agreed upon, the Daily Record notes that specific contract details have also emerged as part of the final stages of the negotiation.

Player Background and Previous Interest

Hogh arrives at Celtic after a tenure with Bodo/Glimt, where his goal-scoring record drew attention from several major European clubs. According to The Pink Un, Hogh was previously a target for Manchester City, though that move did not materialize.

The acquisition of the striker is framed as a significant investment in the club’s attacking options. World Football Index has categorized the move as a major pursuit for the club as they look to bolster their squad for upcoming competitions, including the Champions League.

Celtic Squad Impact and Roster Context

The deal follows a period of sustained interest in the player, who has established himself as a primary offensive threat in the Norwegian league with Bodo/Glimt.