Exclusive: Celtic given encouragement in goalkeeper hunt, £2m will get deal done

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The 26-year-old has already admitted that he is ready to depart Go Ahead Eagles ahead of next season, and the Bhoys have him on their list as a strong option to bolster their goalkeeping department. De Busser is out of contract at Go Ahead Eagles in June 2027, and sources have indicated that it would only take Celtic around £2million to take him to Glasgow this summer.

VISIT THE CELTIC TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Celtic impressed by Jari De Busser experienceCeltic have been linked with a whole host of goalkeepers in recent weeks, as they go in search of a replacement for Kasper Schmeichel, after he recently confirmed his retirement. De Busser has emerged as a strong candidate to take on the starting role at Celtic Park next term, with the recruitment team impressed by the level of experience that he possesses.

Jari De Busser: 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐘𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐑 🧤😳 pic.twitter.com/YCc5HA8a8C— ESPN NL (@ESPNnl) January 15, 2026 De Busser’s form has seen him emerge on the radar at Celtic Park, and the recruitment team feel that he is well-placed to come in and make a difference for the Bhoys next term. Celtic-linked goalkeeper now a free agentFootball Insider revealed back in April that Celtic are admirers of Dundee ‘keeper Jon McCracken, who has been one of the Scottish Premiership’s strongest performers in recent years.The champions have been assessing the 26-year-old as one of their options in recent months, and have now seen the door open for them to make a move for him this summer.