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'From my sources...'- Ex-SPFL chief shares exit update on Celtic ace Nygren, says where he's headed

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(Credit: Imago) Fri 24 April 2026 12:30, UK Celtic star Benjamin Nygren could be making a summer switch to La Liga, according to Keith Wyness.Wyness, who has previously been chief executive at Aberdeen, told Football Insider that he has heard of interest from Valencia in Nygren.The 24-year-old is being tracked by Premier League and European clubs thanks to his fantastic debut season in Scottish football, and could be sold if a suitable offer arrives for him this summer.Celtic have no desire to let Nygren leave the club after only one season, but the club are at risk of failing to qualify for the Champions League.There is expected to be a huge squad rebuild at Celtic this summer, and the club see Nygren as an important part of their plans. šŸ”„ Celtic Transfer Update šŸ”„ Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Parkhead boardroom. VISIT THE CELTIC TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Benjamin Nygren backed to succeed at Valencia despite Tottenham linksAberdeen’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Pittodrie between 2000 and 2004, had lengthy spells as the chief of Everton and Aston Villa and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – states that Tottenham could still sign Nygren even if they suffer relegation to the Championship.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insiderā€˜s Inside Track podcast, Wyness though thinks the Sweden international’s style of play would be a better fit in Spain than England.Games Started24Goals15Expected Goals11.8Shots76Big Chances Created8Benjamin Nygren’s 2025-26 Scottish Premiership stats at Celtic.He told Football Insiderā€˜s Inside Track podcast: ā€œSpurs is a name that’s been cropping up and of course that will depend on where they’re going to go.



ā€œEven if they went to the Championship, Nygren could still be on Championship wages and probably earning more than he is at Celtic. But in my opinion, from my sources I’ve spoken to, Valencia is the one where I think he may end up.

ā€œThat’s the gossip I’ve been hearing. In Spain, I think he’d do better, and he’s better placed with his style in La Liga.ā€Celtic need to make decision on midfielder’s futureOne player that Celtic’s interim manager, Martin O’Neill, wants the club to keep next season is Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.Sources have told Football Insider that O’Neill is urging Celtic to keep Oxlade-Chamberlain in Glasgow, and offer him a new deal when his current contract expires at the end of the season.The 32-year-old was signed as a free agent in February, and has impressed O’Neill with his influence around the club.Oxlade-Chamberlain’s future will likely continue to be uncertain until a new permanent manager is appointed, with Robbie Keane currently in pole position for the job.