Who is Adrian Blake? Everything you need to know about potential Celtic signing
Rising star Adrian Blake is the latest player linked with a move to Celtic this summer as Martin O’Neill looks to reinforce his attack.
The 20-year-old left winger is currently valued at around £2.5million after entering the final year of his contract at Utrecht.
Celtic are reportedly keen on snapping the youngster up after an impressive campaign for the Dutch club.
However, the Hoops will face competition for his signature, with both Burnley and Wolverhampton Wanderers also eyeing a move.
Blake played 41 times for Utrecht last season and netted four times, and picked up two assists.
Below, Football Insider has examined everything you need to know about Celtic’s latest transfer target.
Who is Adrian Blake?
Blake started his football career out at Watford, where he came through the Championship outfit’s academy.
The winger eventually made his senior debut in August 2022, when he came on during a 2-0 defeat to MK Dons in the second round of the Carabao Cup.
From here, he would go on to make another two appearances for Watford’s first-team before he joined Utrecht in 2023.
At the Dutch club, he gradually worked his way into the first team and has now established himself as a key player in the squad.
Last season, he also took part in the Europa League, and netted past Celtic in January during a 4-2 defeat.
Now, Anthony Joseph has reported that Celtic are looking to sign the winger as the youngster looks to take the next step in his career.
How good is Blake?
According to Fotmob on 15 July, Blake had a solid season in the Netherlands in the 2025-26 campaign.
Overall, he was averaging, 0.19 goals, a 0.26 xG, 3.24 shots, 0.19 assists, 1.20 chances created, 1.30 successful dribbles and 5.19 touches in the opposition box per 90 minutes in the top-flight.
Therefore, if these stats can be replicated and improved upon in the Scottish Premiership, he could prove to be a real solid option for Martin O’Neill and Celtic this campaign.
Nevertheless, it remains to be seen if they are able to get a deal over the line for Blake over the coming weeks as they look to beat Wolves and Burnley to his signature.