# Celtic FC transfer activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/celtic-fc-transfer-activity
> Updated: 2026-08-31T20:01:45.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Celtic FC has engaged in several transfer activities to strengthen its squad. Initially, the club moved to secure goalkeeper Sam Johnstone on a season-long loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 33-year-old former England international traveled to Glasgow to undergo a medical and finalize paperwork, with Celtic expected to cover a significant portion of his wages.

Following this, Celtic completed additional loan signings, including 18-year-old Chelsea striker Shim Mheuka. Mheuka, an England Under-19 international, joined to provide attacking depth. The club has also been linked to Ecuadorian winger Kendry Páez, though competition for the player remains, with Blackburn Rovers also considered a candidate.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Celtic FC secures loans for Shim Mheuka and Sam Johnstone

Celtic FC has strengthened its squad with season-long loans for Chelsea striker Shim Mheuka and goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, while also pursuing Chelsea talent Kendry Páez.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/celtic-linked-to-chelsea-winger-kendry-pez

### 2026-08-31: Sam Johnstone to join Celtic on season-long loan from Wolves

Sam Johnstone is joining Celtic on a season-long loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The goalkeeper is traveling to Glasgow for a medical to finalize the deal before the transfer deadline.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sam-johnstone-to-join-celtic-on-season-long-loan-from-wolves

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