✅ DONE DEAL: Benjamin Nygren Unveiled as New Celtic Signing — Joins from Nordsjælland for £1.3M as Reports Further Claim That…

✅ DONE DEAL: Benjamin Nygren Unveiled as New Celtic Signing — Joins from Nordsjælland for £1.3M as Reports Further Claim That…

Celtic have officially confirmed the signing of Swedish winger Benjamin Nygren from Danish side FC Nordsjælland in a deal reportedly worth £1.3 million, marking what could be one of the most underrated pieces of business of the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old was unveiled at Celtic Park earlier today, posing with the iconic green and white hoops and flashing a smile that already has fans buzzing with cautious excitement.

According to multiple reports, Nygren’s arrival is part of Brendan Rodgers’ strategy to inject youthful creativity and depth into the wide attacking positions ahead of a busy domestic and European campaign. But beyond the modest fee and low-key profile, insiders suggest that Celtic may have just pulled off a masterstroke — securing a player once dubbed “Sweden’s next big thing” when he emerged at IFK Göteborg as a teenager.

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✍️ The Signing: Smart, Swift, and Strategic

The £1.3M transfer fee is seen as a bargain by many within the Celtic scouting department, especially considering that Nygren was once snapped up by Genk for around £4.3M in 2019, before injuries and competition stalled his development. Now, after rebuilding his form and confidence at Nordsjælland, he arrives in Glasgow eager to reignite his career on a bigger stage.

> “I’m here to work hard, to win, and to grow as a player,” Nygren said during his unveiling. “I know the expectations are high here, and I’m ready.”

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🔍 Player Profile: Who Is Benjamin Nygren?

Age: 23

Position: Right winger / Attacking midfielder

Nationality: Swedish

Height: 1.83m

Previous Clubs: IFK Göteborg, Genk, Heerenveen (loan), Nordsjælland

Playing Style: Intelligent movement, technical dribbling, sharp vision

Key Strengths: Link-up play, left-footed delivery from the right, high football IQ

At Nordsjælland, Nygren tallied 7 goals and 10 assists last season, playing a pivotal role in the club’s strong Superligaen campaign and drawing attention from clubs in Germany and France — but Celtic moved fast to close the deal before others could act.

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🧨 Reports Claim There’s More to This Deal Than Meets the Eye…

While on paper this looks like a developmental squad addition, sources close to the club claim that Rodgers sees Nygren as a player who can push for a first-team role immediately, particularly if outgoings in the attacking department materialize over the coming weeks.

There is growing speculation that Celtic are preparing for at least one major departure, with Liel Abada, Daizen Maeda, and even Jota’s potential return from Saudi Arabia still tangled in uncertainty. Nygren’s arrival gives the club a versatile alternative who can slot into multiple systems — including both 4-3-3 and 3-4-2-1 shapes.

> “He’s not just a backup,” one insider told The Celtic Way. “Rodgers likes him a lot — don’t be surprised if he starts games by August.”

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🧠 Rodgers’ Comments: A Glimpse Into the Plan

Speaking briefly after the announcement, manager Brendan Rodgers had this to say:

> “Benjamin is a player we’ve tracked for a while. He’s got intelligence, technique, and hunger. He gives us different options in attack, and I believe he’ll thrive under the environment and the pressure here.”

Rodgers also hinted that more signings are imminent, suggesting that Nygren may be one piece of a larger summer rebuild aimed at blending youth with experience ahead of Celtic’s Champions League qualifiers.

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🗣️ Fan Reactions: Intrigue and Cautious Optimism

While Nygren’s signing didn’t exactly break the internet, Celtic fans have responded with a mix of curiosity and optimism:

> “Never heard of him, but £1.3M is pennies in today’s market. If Rodgers believes in him, I’m in.”

“Reminds me of when we signed Frimpong — low expectations, but could be special.”

“Finally, we’re scouting smart again instead of overpaying for average SPFL talent.”

Several fans pointed out that Celtic’s best signings in recent years — including Kyogo, Hatate, and Matt O’Riley — arrived without fanfare but became integral to the club’s success.

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📊 What Happens Next?

🔹 Nygren will join pre-season training immediately and could feature in Celtic’s first summer friendly.

🔹 A possible loan deal for another young winger could be on the cards to balance the squad.

🔹 Rumors suggest one or two attackers may depart before the end of July.

🔹 Rodgers is reportedly pushing for at least three more signings — including a central midfielder and a left-back.

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🧩 A Piece of a Bigger Puzzle?

As reports further claim, Nygren’s arrival signals a shift in Celtic’s transfer strategy — one focused on undervalued potential, resale value, and tactical fit, rather than simply signing household names.

It’s also worth noting that the club has recently overhauled its scouting department, emphasizing data-driven recruitment from Scandinavia and Central Europe. Nygren may be just the first of several similar moves aimed at securing top-tier potential at budget-friendly prices.

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🔚 Final Thoughts

For a fee of just £1.3 million, Celtic may have just unearthed a gem in Benjamin Nygren — a player once heralded as Sweden’s next Zlatan-like breakout. And while there’s still much to prove, all signs suggest that Rodgers sees him not as a gamble, but as a quiet revolution

in the making.

…As reports further claim that this might just be the beginning of a major Celtic shake-up.