Southampton Goalkeeper Pens New Deal to End Celtic Speculation

As Celtic continue their hunt for a new goalkeeper this summer, one man has recently been ruled out as a potential option.

Southampton’s Alex McCarthy was linked with the Hoops last month but after helping his side gain promotion back to the English Premier League, he has penned a new contract.

The Saints announced last night that the 34-year-old has signed a new two-year deal with the club as they return to the promised land:

Two more years 🧤

We’re delighted to announce that @Alex_Macca23 has signed a new contract:

— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) June 28, 2024

Whether McCarthy was a realistic option for Brendan Rodgers remains to be seen, but we can now officially score him off the list of Celtic goalkeeping options this summer.

The acquisition of the Englishman wouldn’t have enticed many supporters, who are anticipating some imminent movement from the champions following a stale summer up to this point.

Transfer movement at Celtic since the end of last season has been minimal, with just one confirmed exit.

It won’t be long before fans become increasingly frustrated, but assistant manager John Kennedy did state on Thursday that the club are working hard behind the scenes and that we can expect to see some movement in the coming weeks.