Transfer rumour · 2026

James Penrice to Celtic

AEK Athens → Celtic · Probability 9% · fee €1.9m–€2.6m · rumour

Updated 25 Jul 2026

Celtic made an initial enquiry for AEK Athens defender James Penrice but have not followed it up, with Ben Jacobs reporting the deal is not expected to progress.

Where James Penrice could go: Celtic 9% · stays 91%

How the story has moved

1. Ben Jacobs · Cooling · 2026-07-25
   “Celtic's initial enquiry for James Penrice has not been followed up. Deal not expected to progress now.🍀”

The money

The fee for James Penrice is reported around €1.9m–€2.6m, against a market value of €2m.

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