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Celtic Transfer Roundup: Kwon Hyeok-kyu Poised for Hibs Loan, Adam Idah Nearing Parkhead Move

In a busy period for Celtic on the transfer front, the club is reportedly close to completing a number of key moves, both in terms of signings and player exits. Among the headlines, Celtic midfielder Kwon Hyeok-kyu appears set to join Hibernian on a season-long loan, while Norwich City striker Adam Idah is closing in on a transfer to Parkhead.

Kwon Hyeok-kyu, the South Korean midfielder who joined Celtic from Busan I-Park last summer, has struggled to break into the first team under Brendan Rodgers. Despite arriving with high expectations, the 23-year-old has yet to make his senior debut for the Scottish champions and has found it difficult to secure a spot in Rodgers’ plans.

However, Kwon’s development hasn’t gone unnoticed, as Hibernian has emerged as a potential destination for the player. Hibs boss David Gray is reportedly keen on bolstering his midfield options and sees Kwon as a key target. The South Korean midfielder gained valuable experience during a loan spell with St Mirren in the second half of last season, where he showed glimpses of his potential and impressed with his performances.

Now, it appears that Hibernian is in advanced talks to bring Kwon to Easter Road for the 2024/25 season. Football Scotland reports that the deal is close to being finalized, with the defensive midfielder set to spend the campaign under the guidance of David Gray. Known as “the Korean Rodri” in his homeland due to his similar playing style to Manchester City star Rodri, Kwon is expected to add a dynamic presence to Hibs’ midfield.

While the deal could be completed within the next 24 hours, Kwon will have to wait a bit longer to make his debut for the Edinburgh club. Due to eligibility rules, he won’t be able to feature in this weekend’s Premier Sports Cup clash against Celtic at Parkhead. However, he could make his first appearance for Hibernian in the following week’s matches.

Kwon’s potential arrival at Easter Road could be part of a larger rebuild in Hibernian’s midfield. David Gray is also targeting Dundee captain Luke McCowan, as he looks to further strengthen the middle of the park. McCowan has been a standout performer for Dundee, and Hibs are determined to bring him to the club despite stiff competition for his signature.

If both deals go through, Hibernian could be looking at a completely revamped midfield for the upcoming season. The combination of Kwon’s defensive stability and McCowan’s attacking flair could provide a solid foundation for Gray’s side as they aim to challenge for a top-six finish in the Scottish Premiership.

In addition to player exits, Celtic is also working hard to secure new signings. One of the most significant moves in the works is the potential arrival of Adam Idah from Norwich City. The Irish striker has been linked with a move to Parkhead as Celtic looks to add firepower to their attacking line.

Idah, 23, has been with Norwich since his youth days and made his senior debut for the club in 2019. Despite showing promise, the striker has struggled for regular playing time in recent seasons, particularly in the English Premier League. A move to Celtic could provide him with a fresh start and an opportunity to establish himself as a key player under Brendan Rodgers.

Celtic is believed to be close to finalizing the deal for Idah, with talks progressing well between the two clubs. The striker’s versatility and physicality make him an attractive option for Rodgers, who is looking to build a squad capable of competing both domestically and in Europe.

Meanwhile, in other transfer news, former Celtic goalkeeper Liam Kelly’s next destination has been revealed. The Scotland international, who left Celtic for Motherwell in 2020, has attracted interest from several clubs this summer. However, Kelly is expected to remain at Fir Park for the foreseeable future, as Motherwell has no intention of selling their first-choice keeper.

As Celtic continues to reshape their squad, both incoming and outgoing transfers are expected to dominate the headlines in the coming days. With deals for Kwon and Idah nearing completion, and further moves in the pipeline, it promises to be an exciting period for the Hoops as they prepare for the new season.