Will Lech lose its biggest star? Sensational news
Lech Poznań made a number of signings during the summer transfer window, but one move was particularly successful for the Polish champions: Luis Palma, who joined on loan from Celtic Glasgow with an option to buy. The Honduran international has made a great transition to Lech, and after 21 matches, Palma has six goals and six assists. Palma quickly became a star in Niels Frederiksen’s side. Is there a chance Celtic will bring Palma back after just half a season?
Will Luis Palma return to Celtic? This could spell trouble for Lech Poznań.
The website oncenoticias.hn reports that Palma could be changing clubs in January. This is due to the fact that Frenchman Wilfried Nancy, currently employed at Columbus Crew, will become Celtic’s new manager. Martin O’Neill is Celtic’s interim manager, having won five of his six matches , but the 55-time Scottish champions are reluctant to sign him on a long-term basis. Nancy is expected to sign a contract with Celtic in the coming days.
What does this mean for Palma? Celtic may be willing to shorten his loan from Lech Poznań, but this shouldn’t be taken for granted. Palma wasn’t a favorite of Brendan Rodgers, Celtic’s previous manager, which is why Lech managed to land the winger on loan. It’s worth noting that Lech included a buyout option in the loan agreement with the Scots.
“The palm tree still plays a key role in Lech, where it is gaining importance and regularity,” writes the portal oncenoticias.hn.
How much would Lech have to spend on a potential buyout of Palma from Celtic? Polish media reported that the buyout price could be around four million euros. “As of today, no one doubts that Palma should be bought out and either kept at Bułgarska, or perhaps sold for a profit after a great season,” wrote the website.
What will increase the chances of buying Palma? The aforementioned source adds that Lech must meet three conditions: advance as far as possible in the Conference League , secure European competition next season, and sell Antoni Kozubal or Michał Gurgul for a significant sum.