# Arsenal and Celtic football transfer activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/arsenal-and-celtic-football-transfer-activity
> Updated: 2026-08-21T11:31:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Arsenal and Celtic are actively managing their rosters ahead of transfer deadlines. 

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been reviewing his squad, considering the departure of players like Kepa Arrizabalaga and Fabio Vieira. More recent reports indicate interest in signing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray to provide competition for Viktor Gyokeres.

Celtic has focused on reshaping its roster, specifically targeting goalkeepers. Initial efforts included pursuing Dinko Horkas to replace Kasper Schmeichel. Subsequent interest has shifted toward Southampton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu and Balazs Toth, alongside monitoring various midfielders to bolster the squad.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Arsenal and Celtic linked with major football transfer moves

Arsenal is linked with Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, while Celtic seeks to sign Southampton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu to strengthen their squad.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arsenal-and-celtic-linked-with-major-football-transfer-moves

### 2026-08-07: Arsenal and Celtic eye player moves before transfer deadline

Arsenal and Celtic are active in the summer transfer market, with Arsenal weighing exits for Kepa Arrizabalaga and Fabio Vieira, while Celtic target goalkeeper Dinko Horkas and dismiss rumors about Benjamin Tah

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arsenal-and-celtic-eye-player-moves-before-transfer-deadline

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