Stephen McGowan confirms £3.5m fee for Paulo Bernardo

Celtic are close to signing Paulo Bernardo. The Scottish Champions have been in talks with Benfica about the midfielder, and both parties are hoping to reach an agreement.

Mail Online’s Stephen McGowan has now informed fans on Twitter/X that a £3.5 million deal has been agreed upon. The players’ representatives and the club will now negotiate personal terms.

Celtic have been actively working to keep the midfielder, who has played an important role throughout the season. Bernardo played 34 games this season, scoring four goals and three assists.

Celtic and Benfica have agreed a £3.5m fee for Paulo Bernardo. Player terms now being worked out.

— stephen.mcgowan (@mcgowan_stephen) July 15, 2024

The 22-year-old scored in the Glasgow Derby victory over Rangers in December and contributed to the Scottish Cup Final victory over Rangers by collecting the ball from midfield, riding a tackle and forcing Butland into an error that Adam Idah capitalised on.

Celtic are negotiating a deal for Idah after agreeing to terms with Kasper Schmeichel and Viljami Sinisalo. Despite accusations on social media that the club was standing still and sluggish in the transfer market, it appears that they are working hard behind the scenes to complete deals.