Mika Baur Celtic breakthrough as German reports reveal medical could happen TODAY

Mika Baur Celtic breakthrough as German reports reveal medical could happen TODAY

A Mika Baur Celtic transfer suddenly looks much closer after a significant development emerged from Germany today.

The SC Paderborn midfielder was reportedly absent from training on Wednesday morning. Crucially, German reports claim he was given time away from the squad to hold talks about his future.

That is a major change in a transfer saga which appeared to have stalled.

Mika Baur Celtic transfer takes major step

According to German outlet NW Sport, Baur’s potential move to Celtic is now looking increasingly likely.

The 22-year-old could even undergo a medical as early as today, although there is no confirmation yet that the medical has actually started.

That distinction matters. However, being excused from Paderborn training to discuss his future certainly suggests something is moving.

Scottish reports have subsequently picked up the development, adding further momentum to a deal Celtic have pursued for several weeks.

Personal terms have previously been reported as agreed. The major stumbling block was believed to be the difference between Celtic’s offer and Paderborn’s valuation.

Earlier reports claimed the German club rejected an offer worth around £4million. More recent figures have suggested Paderborn could demand considerably more.

Whatever the eventual price, today’s development appears to represent genuine progress.

Mika Baur Celtic move could transform the window

Baur would give Celtic another exciting midfield option at only 22 years old.

More importantly, his potential arrival could now come during a significant burst of transfer activity.

Haissem Hassan is also closing in on a Celtic move, with the winger reportedly progressing towards completing his switch.

Suddenly, a window which had frustrated supporters could look considerably different.

Adding Baur and Hassan to a squad already containing Kasper Høgh and Camilo Durán would provide Martin O’Neill with greater options ahead of the crucial European fixtures.

There remains one important word of caution.

Baur is not a Celtic player yet, and reports of a possible medical should not be confused with confirmation that one has been completed.

Nevertheless, being removed from Paderborn training to conduct talks is arguably the strongest indication yet that this long-running deal is finally approaching its decisive stage.

After weeks of waiting, the Mika Baur Celtic transfer saga may finally be moving towards its conclusion.