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Martin O’Neill addresses Tiemoue Bakayoko, trialist goalkeeper and 800-word Celtic statement

Martin O’Neill has been quizzed on Tiemoue Bakayoko and a trialist goalkeeper Celtic training. Bakayoko had reportedly been training with Celtic for a number of…

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 7:43 AM
Martin O’Neill addresses Tiemoue Bakayoko, trialist goalkeeper and 800-word Celtic statement
Key Things to Know
  • Martin O'Neill confirmed Celtic is not currently considering signing Tiemoue Bakayoko or trialist goalkeeper Sonny Inzalaco.
  • O'Neill stated he has not seen Bakayoko at training and ruled out immediate additions before January.
  • Goalkeeper Sonny Inzalaco is not being considered to contest a spot in the first team.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Martin O'Neill has addressed reports surrounding free agent Tiemoue Bakayoko and trialist goalkeeper Sonny Inzalaco training with Celtic, confirming the club is not currently considering signing either player. O'Neill stated he had not seen Bakayoko and noted that Celtic will not bring in new players at this time, though they could revisit additions closer to the January transfer window.

O'Neill also acknowledged trialist goalkeeper Sonny Inzalaco, clarifying that any young arrivals brought in by coach Stevie Woods are not competing for first-team spots. Additionally, O'Neill spoke on Celtic's recent statement regarding supporter protests, expressing sadness over the tensions while emphasizing that off-pitch matters remain beyond his control.

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