Report: Celtic made contact over Carl Starfelt transfer | OneFootball

Celtic enquired about re-signing defender Carl Starfelt last summer, according to a report. Brendan Rodgers side were in the market for another central defender before bringing Auston Trusty into the club.

The 29-year-old made the switch to La Liga in 2023 after a successful spell at Celtic, where he formed a formidable defensive partnership with Cameron Carter-Vickers and helped the club to five trophies in two seasons.

According to 67 Hail Hail, Celtic showed interest in re-signing Starfelt last year as they looked to strengthen their defence, but the financial demands of a deal proved too steep for the Scottish Champions.

Since arriving in Spain, Starfelt has endured some challenges but has still managed to rack up 57 appearances for Celta. There had been suggestions that he would move on after a fairly unhappy first season but, despite the ongoing transfer rumours, he appears to have settled at the club and is enjoying life in Vigo.

Meanwhile, newly promoted Serie A side Como—where former Barcelona and Chelsea star Cesc Fabregas is part of the setup—were also keen to bring the defender to Italy.

Celtic have found a successful partner for CCV in Trusty with the USA pairing establishing themselves as the preferred pairing at the back.