‘Celtic make Kyle Ure exit decision amid Partick Thistle interest’
Brendan Rodgers is facing vital decisions in the summer transfer market as Celtic strive to win their fifth consecutive Scottish Premiership title.
Amid their efforts to win more silverware, Football Insider have exclusively revealed that Celtic are battling Rangers to sign Andrej Bacanin.
The 18-year-old has attracted high-profile interest, thanks to his performances in the Serbian Super League with FK Cukaricki.
But as Celtic look to further strengthen their ranks, Rodgers will also have to facilitate player exits this summer.
Celtic want to send Partick Thistle target Ure on loan
As they strive to beat Rangers to the top-flight glory once again, Celtic have signed Hayato Inamura from Japanese side Albirex Niigata.
Meanwhile, Rodgers is set to part company with young midfielder Kyle Ure, who as attracted interest from Scottish Championship outfit Partick Thistle.
The Daily Record‘s live blog [21 July] revealed: “Partick Thistle want to take Celtic youngster Kyle Ure on loan.
“Jags boss Mark Wilson is hoping to get the green light to land the rising star who is currently captain of the Hoops’ Under-18 team.
“He has been away on pre-season with the Hoops, and the 19-year-old has impressed with the first-team, recently featuring off the bench against Sporting CP in the Algarve.
“Celtic feel he would benefit from a first-team loan and are looking at his options.”
Rodgers is right to send Ure on loan
Football Insider verdict
While Celtic vie to add to their increasingly illustrious trophy cabinet, uncertainty surrounds Rodgers’ future, as the 52-year-old’s contract expires next summer.
| Opponent | Date |
| St Johnstone (A) | 02/08 |
| Greenock Morton (H) | 09/08 |
| Ross County (A) | 23/08 |
The former Leicester City manager has previously enjoyed success in the English game, winning the FA Cup with the Foxes in 2021, and could return to the Premier League in 2026.
In the meantime, Rodgers is overseeing a strong transfer window at Celtic Park, while sending Ure on loan will benefit the Glaswegian side in the long term.
Young midfielder Ure is yet to make a senior appearance for Rodgers’ men, thanks to the presence of star players such as Callum McGregor, Arne Engels, and Reo Hatate.
But the teenager can enjoy regular game time in the Scottish Championship for Partick Thistle next term, which will play a key role in his development.
Wilson’s side have not featured in the Scottish Premiership since suffering relegation from the top flight in 2018, and will hope that Ure can help them earn promotion.