Paulo Bernardo to Celtic transfer talks ramp up as Hoops target £4m deal and Benfica star wants move
dailyrecord.co.ukCeltic are back round the table with Benfica in a bid to thrash out a deal for Paulo Bernardo. Hoops boss Brendan Rodgers is keen to bring the Portuguese midfielder back to Parkhead after last season’s successful loan.
And while the two clubs haggle over a fee for the 22-year-old, Celtic are confident of getting a deal done. Record Sport understands Benfica are looking for £6 million for Bernardo.
But the Scottish champs believe they can negotiate a transfer for around £4m, including a sell-on clause. The clubs are currently locked in talks, with Bernardo keen on a return to Glasgow.
After Celtic’s 1-1 friendly draw with Ayr on Friday night, Rodgers called for patience on the transfer front. He might have to play the waiting game with Bernardo as well, but he’s keen to sign him permanently after the impact he made last season.
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