Benjamin Nygren Joins Celtic FC on Four-Year Deal
Celtic FC signs Benjamin Nygren from FC Nordsjaelland on a four-year deal.
Key Points
- • Benjamin Nygren has signed a four-year deal with Celtic FC.
- • He scored 16 goals in 32 matches last season for Nordsjaelland.
- • Nygren has two goals in four appearances for the Swedish national team.
- • Celtic faced competition from Anderlecht and Copenhagen for Nygren.
Celtic Football Club has officially signed Swedish forward Benjamin Nygren from FC Nordsjaelland. The 23-year-old has agreed to a four-year contract that includes an option to extend until 2030. Nygren's transfer follows a standout season where he scored 16 goals in 32 appearances, solidifying his reputation as a promising talent. Furthermore, he has begun his international career with Sweden, netting two goals in four caps, including matches against Hungary and Northern Ireland.
Celtic faced stiff competition for Nygren’s signature, with clubs like Anderlecht and Copenhagen also vying for his services. His addition marks the third signing for Celtic this summer, preceded by the return of players Kieran Tierney and Ross Doohan. The club is looking to bolster its attacking options, with manager Brendan Rodgers reportedly interested in signing additional players, such as Shin Yamada from Kawasaki Frontale, who has had a successful season scoring 19 league goals and contributing significantly to his team’s success in the Asian Champions League final. Nygren's arrival is expected to enhance Celtic's prospects as they prepare for the upcoming season.