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Landon Emenalo spotted at Celtic as loan move takes shape, exciting fans across Glasgow. The young star could soon join the squad for the new season. Fresh talent is on the way as the Parkhead side builds a stronger team.
Celtic Eying Fresh Cover For Its Left Flank
The Scottish champions want to add depth on the left flank this summer. The 18-year-old Landon Emenalo has been picked to support Kieran Tierney. Tierney played many games last term but often had health issues. As reported by Yahoo Sports, Tierney started forty-six games last year with six goals and twelve assists. Yet he only played ninety minutes sixteen times in fifty-three games. The star started both opening league games this term against Dundee and Kilmarnock. Manager Martin O’Neill wants to keep his squad fresh.
Landon Emenalo can fill many roles on the pitch. He spent time as a central defender and central midfielder in his early days. He played well at left-back in three pre-season matches under the new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso. His skill on the ball makes him a fine choice for the Hoops. He can fit into the back line or central midfield. That trait gives the manager great options for a long season.
Landon Emenalo’s stats for this season, as per FOTMOB:
Competitions Matches Goals Assists Defensive Contributions Interceptions
Premier League 2 16 0 3 103 29
EFL Trophy Southern Group C 1 0 0 7 1
UEFA Youth League N/A 0 0 N/A N/A
Landon Emenalo: High Praise From Club Legends
The young talent comes from a famous football family. His father Michael Emenalo worked as a top chief at Stamford Bridge. As reported by GIVEMESPORT, former club captain John Terry shared strong praise for the lad last year. Terry praised his skill and vision on the pitch. Terry stated that Landon Emenalo prefers to play as a number six or at left center-back. The former England defender added that the youth player has a bright future.
The youngster has represented both England and the United States at youth level. His fast progress has caught the eye of top scouts. Sky Sports reporter Anthony Joseph noted that the Glasgow club made contact to assess a loan deal. The Premier League side holds the young player in high regard. Still, a loan move gives him first-team minutes in Scotland. The Bhoys can offer him big tests in league and European games.
Busy Times At Celtic
This loan move comes during a very active transfer window for Celtic. As reported by The Sun, the Scottish club recently signed Egyptian winger Haissem Hassan for £6M. Hassan signed a four-year contract after playing for Real Oviedo. Hassan shone for Egypt at the World Cup against Argentina.
The Scottish club also added Camilo Duran and Danish striker Kasper Hogh. Hogh scored a hat-trick in a five-to-one win over Kilmarnock last weekend. German Under-twenty-one midfielder Mika Baur has travelled to Glasgow for a medical. The Hoops want these new signings ready before their Champions League play-off match against LASK Linz. Meanwhile, squad exits could take place soon.
Author’s Opinion
This loan deal makes great sense for both Chelsea and Celtic. Emenalo gets valuable top-flight game time to grow his skills. The Scottish champions gain a versatile squad option. It is a smart move that benefits everyone involved this season.
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