Celtic will surely prioritise Calum Ward transfer amid potential Mathew Ryan setback

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(Credit: Getty Images, Imago) Fri 24 April 2026 10:00, UK Celtic may have to focus more on Calum Ward ahead of the summer transfer window to solve their goalkeeping issues.The Motherwell goalkeeper was recently linked with a move to the Hoops after impressing this campaign.Previously, Celtic had been linked to Mathew Ryan, with the Australian international currently making his trade in La Liga with Levante.With his contract set to expire in the summer, and the club currently sitting in the relegation zone, there was a decent chance that the Hoops could pick up a bargain.However, with Levante’s form now recovering, Celtic may have to focus on Ward, with Ryan’s future still undefined. 🔄 Celtic Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Parkhead boardroom. VISIT THE CELTIC TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Mathew Ryan’s Levante closing in on La Liga safetyOn Thursday, Levante picked up a crucial win in La Liga.The club beat Sevilla 2-0 to go within two points of the former Europa League champions in 17th.Calum Ward’s Scottish Premiership stats this seasonAppearances 33Clean sheets17Save percentage75.8%Goals prevented8.8Passing accuracy 83.3%Ward has some great stats this seasonAs a result, Ryan’s side have now won three of their last four matches, and have dragged a whole host of teams back into the relegation battle in Spain.Given their form, they could easily stay up, and this may prompt Levante to trigger Ryan’s contract extension, therefore ending any chance of a Celtic transfer.Therefore, the Hoops should now switch their transfer priority to Ward to ensure they can get the Motherwell star and sort out their goalkeeping issues as soon as possible.If not, they could end up losing out on both Ryan and Ward, meaning they will have to search for other options.Who else are Celtic linked with?Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Celtic are also pursuing Elijah Just, ahead of the summer transfer window.The Motherwell star is wanted by both Old Firm clubs after impressing in the Scottish Premiership this season.Despite this being his first campaign in the division after transferring from Danish side AC Horsens, he has still scored seven goals and picked up eight assists to date.Just is also an Australian international and will be looking to compete in the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.However, it remains to be seen who will win the race for Just, with European qualification likely to be vital.