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Mika Baur ready to do ‘dirty work’ but remains a Celtic problem Martin O’Neill must solve

Celtic midfielder Mika Baur says he is ready to do the 'dirty work' for the team, but Martin O'Neill needs to find the right spot for him.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 1:35 PM
Mika Baur ready to do ‘dirty work’ but remains a Celtic problem Martin O’Neill must solve
Key Things to Know
  • The Celtic Bhoys argues Martin O'Neill must resolve how to fit midfielder Mika Baur into Celtic's system.
  • Baur stated he is ready to do the dirty work, fight, and tackle both with and without the ball.
  • The German midfielder arrived at Celtic from Paderborn during the summer in a deal worth around £4.3 million.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic midfielder Mika Baur expressed readiness to do the dirty work on the pitch ahead of his senior Germany debut. The Celtic Bhoys argues that manager Martin O'Neill faces a tactical dilemma regarding where to fit the summer signing into his midfield system following three straight defeats.

Baur joined Celtic from Paderborn in a deal worth around £4.3 million. The writer notes that while Baur is not a holding midfielder to partner Callum McGregor, fitting him alongside Benjamin Nygren creates structural issues that O'Neill must resolve.

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