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Celtic FC are eyeing a tough-tackling midfielder whose style and potential recall the early days of Victor Wanyama at the club.
Victor Wanyama’s former club, Celtic FC, are looking to tighten their midfield and has reportedly landed a great fit for that.
Celtic FC are set to begin their title defence of the Scottish Premier League at Parkhead on Sunday, August 3. They will also be in action in the Scottish Cup Final rematch a week later.
Before their pre-season fixture against neighbours Queen's Park at Lesser Hampden, Celtic FC are focused on transfers.
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11:00 - 25.06.2025
'I Didn't Want to Go Near Him' – English Midfielder Remembers Tough Lessons from Victor Wanyama at Spurs
A former Spurs youngster has fondly recalled the tough lessons and lasting impact of sharing the pitch with Victor Wanyama.
They have since made some formidable signings, including Kieran Tierney and Ross Doohan, with Callum Osmand and Benjamin Nygren also expected to be joining the club.
Moussa Baradji: Franco-Malian Midfielder Set for A Change
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According to Africafoot, Moussa Baradji is a player of interest for many clubs, including Sunderland, Fiorentina, Parma AC, Torino FC, FC Basel, and Celtic.
Moussa Baradji is currently valued at €3m (around £2.5m) and is always referred to as one of the best midfielders.
How Moussa Baradji Compares to Victor Wanyama
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Victor Wanyama joined Celtic FC as an underdog, and if Moussa Baradji gets a chance to join Celtic FC, he will be just like the former Harambee Stars captain, with a lot of talent but less known.
Two years later, Victor Wanyama was sold to Southampton for £12.5m, having given his all for Celtic FC throughout his 91 appearances. His notable performance was during the 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League.
Victor Wanyama then went ahead and joined Tottenham Hotspur and became one of the most instrumental players for Mauricio Pochettino.
The Kenyan star then played for CF Montreal but spent most of his time off the pitch due to injuries. Victor Wanyama then returned to Scotland to play for Dunfermline Athletic under Neil Lennon again.
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13:59 - 26.06.2025
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Moussa Baradji’s playing style is just like that of Victor Wanyama, an all-rounder, and if he joins Celtic FC, he might be a potential replacement for the 34-year-old.
Moussa Baradji’s tough tackling style mirrors that of Victor Wanyama, and if Celtic FC manage to sign him, he could prove to be a valuable long-term investment.
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