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Balikwisha blames Celtic for World Cup axe – gossip

Michel-Ange Balikwisha blames Celtic for his failure to make DR Congo's World Cup squad, while Thelo Aasgaard reveals his delight at leaving Rangers for Anderlecht.

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 6:07 AM
Balikwisha blames Celtic for World Cup axe – gossip
Key Things to Know
  • Michel-Ange Balikwisha claims Celtic's refusal to sanction an MLS loan move cost him a World Cup spot.
  • Balikwisha hopes his current loan move to Gent becomes permanent.
  • Aston Villa reportedly lead Manchester United in the race to sign Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Scottish football transfer rumors feature Michel-Ange Balikwisha, who believes Celtic's refusal to grant him an MLS loan move last season cost him a place in DR Congo's World Cup squad. The 25-year-old winger, currently on loan at Gent, hopes to make that move permanent. Meanwhile, Aston Villa are reportedly well-placed to compete with Manchester United for 29-year-old Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay.

Elsewhere, Norway midfielder Thelo Aasgaard expressed satisfaction with his loan move from Rangers to Anderlecht. Fares Ghedjemis explained he chose to extend his stay at Frosinone despite interest from Celtic and Rangers, while Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin discussed his past decision not to sign striker Ruari Paton permanently.

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