Celtic Scout Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder Ahead Of A Potential Summer Move: Why The Hoops Must Get It Done
In one of his recent podcasts, journalist Pete O’Rourke revealed that interim Celtic manager Martin O’Neill was keen to watch the rising midfield prospect Alfie Devine ahead of a potential summer ...
Celtic Scout Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder Ahead Of A Potential Summer Move: Why The Hoops Must Get It Done In one of his recent podcasts , journalist Pete O’Rourke revealed that interim Celtic manager Martin O’Neill was keen to watch the rising midfield prospect Alfie Devine ahead of a potential summer transfer. The veteran Northern Irishman was spotted at Deepdale during Preston North End’s recent encounter against QPR, with the Tottenham Hotspur loanee being the centre of attention, as revealed by Football Insider. The 21-year-old England youth international progressed through the academy ranks of Liverpool and Wigan before joining Spurs’ reserves.
He scored on his senior debut in an FA Cup tie, but has since travelled across the country as well as abroad on loan for regular gametime. However, injuries slowed down his progress during the 2021-22 season, thus limiting his minutes to just another FA Cup appearance the following year. Devine spent the 2023-24 campaign across Port Vale and Plymouth Argyle in the English League One and Championship, respectively.
He impressed in the Belgian top division last season with Westerlo, but returned to his homeland in the summer ahead of a season-long loan switch to the Lilywhites. Devine’s Flexibility Would Bolster The Bhoys Although Preston are heading towards a midtable finish, the Englishman has lived up to the expectations with 8 goals and 4 assists [stats via Transfermarket ] in 40 league outings. Predominantly a ‘number 10’, the youngster exhibited his expertise as a ‘number 8’ as well as a deep-lying playmaker.
O’Neill must have been impressed by Devine’s display, as he laid it on for Brad Potts to earn his side a lead in their 1-1 draw with the Rs, but a summer move would depend on many factors, including Tottenham’s top-flight status in the wake of a relegation threat. LEICESTER, ENGLAND – APRIL 03: Alfie Devine of Preston North End is challenged by Patson Daka of Leicester City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leicester City and Preston North End at The King Power Stadium on April 03, 2026 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) Celtic would not only undergo a squad overhaul but also find O’Neill’s successor once again after a failed attempt with Wilfried Nancy.