Celtic are poised to intensify their pursuit of free agent Dominic Calvert-Lewin as they look to reinforce their attacking options ahead of a challenging Scottish Premiership title defense. However, the Hoops face stiff competition from several Premier League clubs, including Fulham, for the former Everton striker’s signature, as they aim to fill the void left by a series of setbacks in their forward line.
🏴⏳𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 | Dominic Calvert-Lewin (28) will be a free agent this summer. 👋
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He is leaving Everton after 9 years. In total, he made 273 appearances and registered 93 goal contributions for the English club. pic.twitter.com/tSjVmKgXmH
Celtic's Need For a Striker
The 2025/26 season looms as one of Celtic’s toughest in recent memory, with manager Brendan Rodgers grappling with a depleted attacking unit. The club had hoped to re-sign fan favorite Kyogo Furuhashi after his lackluster stint in France, but the Japanese striker has instead opted to join Birmingham City. Adding to Rodgers’ concerns, last season’s top scorer, Daizen Maeda, has attracted interest from Tottenham, according to Football Insider correspondent Pete O’Rourke. Meanwhile, winger Nicolas Kuhn is undergoing a medical with Italian side Como, and Jota is set to miss the start of the season due to a serious cruciate ligament injury. These developments have left Celtic critically short of options up top.
In response, Celtic are turning their attention to Calvert-Lewin, the 28-year-old England international who became a free agent after his contract with Everton expired. Despite enduring injury-plagued seasons in recent years, the former Sheffield United forward remains highly regarded for his quality in front of goal. His aerial prowess and physical presence could provide the focal point Celtic need to replace Maeda and maintain their dominance in Scotland.
Why Calvert-Lewin?
Keith Wyness, speaking to Football Insider, described the potential signing as “brilliant” for Celtic, highlighting the appeal of bringing a player of Calvert-Lewin’s caliber to Glasgow. With no transfer fee required, the move represents a cost-effective opportunity for Celtic to secure a proven Premier League striker while retaining funds to sign a younger prospect as cover, mitigating concerns about Calvert-Lewin’s injury history.
However, Celtic will need to outmaneuver interest from Fulham and other Premier League suitors to land the striker. Fulham’s interest adds a layer of complexity, as the London club could offer Calvert-Lewin the chance to remain in England’s top flight. Despite this, Celtic’s European football prospects and the opportunity for regular playing time under Rodgers could sway the 28-year-old to make the move to Scotland.As Celtic prepare for a crucial season, signing Calvert-Lewin could prove a masterstroke, providing the experience and goal-scoring threat needed to navigate their attacking crisis. With competition heating up, Rodgers and his recruitment team will need to act swiftly to secure the striker’s services and bolster their squad for the challenges ahead.