Celtic should agree Calvin Stengs deal after confirmed news, 2.44 and 1.15 stats show why
Celtic should be reconsidering a move for Calvin Stengs this summer after he parted ways with Feyenoord.
The Hoops have a lot to do in the final five weeks of the summer transfer window to get fans onside for the new season.
Martin O'Neill's side are just 10 days away from the start of their Premiership campaign, but have made just one senior signing so far.
They are believed to be close to several other targets, but clearly need to speed up their plans to get numerous new players through the door.
Stengs was on their radar last summer as Feyenoord looked to loan him out to rediscover his old form.
He struggled to make an impact at Serie A club Pisa, but should be back on Celtic's summer shortlist now that he is a free agent.
Calvin Stengs could be a real hit at Celtic if their past interest is revisited
Stengs burst onto the scene at AZ Alkmaar and was a key part of their side that came close to winning the Eredivisie title under Arne Slot in 2020.
He earned an £8.5million move to Nice in 2021, but struggled with injury issues in France and made the move back to his home country with Feyenoord and Slot in 2023.
The right winger registered nine goals and 19 assists in 59 appearances across two seasons for the Dutch giants, and remained a key man despite more injury concerns.
He completed the 2024-25 Eredivisie season with an impressive 2.44 chances created per 90 from 12 appearances, as well as 1.15 possession won in the final third per 90 to highlight his energetic style of play.
Celtic wanted to sign the eight-cap Netherlands international last summer but were beaten to the punch by Pisa, but a groin issue saw him restricted to four Serie A appearances.
Stengs has now mutually terminated his contract with Feyenoord, before it was set to expire in June of next year.
His biggest red flag is obvious, with injury concerns prevalent, but the Hoops should definitely be exploring another move on a free transfer this summer.
His stats and past experience prove that he could be a real hit in the Premiership, and he is just about to enter his prime at 27-years-old.
What is the latest on Celtic's right winger search?
Stengs' preferred right-wing position is believed to be a priority for O'Neill this summer, with Hyun-jun Yang and James Forrest his only options there as it stands.
They have been eyeing several players in the position over the last few weeks, but are seemingly not close to agreeing any deals.
Sources have revealed to Football Insider that Celtic have a better chance of signing Haissem Hassan than before after Real Oviedo's relegation saw his release clause drop to below £10m.
They have submitted an offer for the Egypt star, but talk of a deal being completed has quietened in the last week.