Celtic faced a disappointing turn in the January transfer window, publicly expressing their frustration over missing out on key transfer targets, including Wolves’ standout defender Hugo Bueno.
Despite the pressing need for defensive reinforcements, Brendan Rodgers was left empty-handed, particularly in the full-back position where fresh legs were urgently required.
Bueno had emerged as a prime target for Celtic, but their efforts fell short as Wolves insisted on retaining their squad depth, rejecting Celtic’s loan offer for the promising left-back until the season’s end.
Exclusive reports from TEAMtalk suggest that a potential summer move to Celtic Park for Bueno remains on the cards, with the player expressing openness to the prospect of playing in Scotland and seeking regular game time.
The 21-year-old, who made the leap from Wolves’ youth setup to the first team in just three years, is eager for consistent minutes on the pitch, a door that Celtic might open for him in the upcoming transfer window.
However, Celtic could face stiff competition for Bueno’s signature as clubs from France and Spain are poised to join the race for the talented full-back, who Wolves acquired in a bargain deal from CD Areosa back in 2019.
While Wolves brace themselves for the potential exodus of key players like Pedro Neto and Rayan Alt-Nouri, Bueno’s future at the club hinges on several factors, including the possible departure of important teammates and the interest from top European clubs.
Managed by Footfell and Echo, the same agency as Lautaro Martinez and Alfredo Morelos, Bueno’s representation has sparked speculation about a move to Celtic’s archrivals, but reports suggest a potential alternative in Brazilian defender Jefte, whom Celtic have reportedly lined up as a backup option.