Celtic Face £16.7m Mika Baur Transfer Blow as Potential Move Ruled Out

Celtic Deliver Clear Mika Baur Transfer Message Despite £16.7m Interest
Celtic are reportedly bracing themselves for interest in Mika Baur after the midfielder attracted attention from clubs across some of Europe’s biggest leagues just three months after arriving at Parkhead.

The 22-year-old has made an impressive start to life in Glasgow and his performances have reportedly caught the eye of teams in Germany, Italy and England.

According to a report by Sky Sports in Germany, clubs from the Bundesliga, Serie A and the Premier League have been monitoring Baur following his rapid progress since joining the Scottish champions.

Celtic paid £6.8million to sign the midfielder from Bundesliga side SC Paderborn in August. However, reports suggest potential offers could now reach between £12.5million and £16.7million.

Baur also made his senior Germany international debut in September, further raising his profile.

Celtic Have No Intention of Selling Baur

Despite the growing interest, Celtic are understood to have no desire to part ways with the midfielder.

The club are reportedly prepared to reject any approaches during the January transfer window, even if substantial profit-making offers arrive.

Baur’s current contract runs until 2030, with Celtic also holding a 12-month extension option that would provide further protection over his future.

His impressive performances have made him an important part of the squad, and the Parkhead hierarchy are not looking to cash in so soon after bringing him to Scotland.

Injury Concern for Martin O’Neill

There is, however, an immediate concern surrounding Baur after he was forced to withdraw from Germany Under-21 duty.

The midfielder limped off during Celtic’s 1-0 victory over Kilmarnock on Sunday with an ankle injury and will now miss his country’s fixtures against Croatia and Belgium.

Martin O’Neill will be hoping the problem is not serious, with Celtic due to return to Premiership action against St Mirren in Glasgow a week on Saturday.

Baur’s availability for that fixture is now the immediate priority, with the club awaiting further clarity over his condition.