Celtic Eye Summer Move For This US Defender: Why He Would Be A Smart Signing For The Hoops
Celtic Eye Summer Move For This US Defender: Why He Would Be A Smart Signing For The Hoops If a recent report from Celts Are Here is believed to be true, Celtic are plotting a summer move for George Campbell. But they are not alone in the race, with several Championship outfits and Bundesliga clubs also keeping close tabs on the £2. 5m-rated West Bromwich Albion central defensive ace.
The 24-year-old USMNT international progressed through the academy ranks of Georgia United and Atlanta United back in his homeland before breaking into their reserves in the second tier of the United States League System. His impressive spell earned him a first-team status in the MLS, eventually leading to a €564k transfer to fellow top-flight side CF Montréal. The Baggies snapped him up last summer, as they splashed €1.
3m to secure his services. Soon, he cemented a regular role in the defensive third alongside the former Hoops centre-half Nat Phillips. Although they narrowly escaped relegation, thanks to Leicester City’s point deduction, Campbell has been a shining light for his towering presence across 41 appearances in all competitions.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: George Campbell of West Bromwich Albion is fouled off the ball by Ephron Mason-Clark of Coventry City during the Sky Bet Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Coventry City at The Hawthorns on February 21, 2026 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images) Why Celtic Must Bring In A Centre-Back Of Campbell’s Calibre Celtic are likely to undergo a squad overhaul in the summer window. While the search is on for Martin O’Neill’s long-term successor as the next Parkhead chief, the management must bolster various spots to overcome the mediocrity.
Defence is no exception, with Benjamin Arthur expected to return to Brentford, having failed to secure regular gametime since joining them on loan in January. Dane Murray has not done enough to impress the gaffer, and his future remains up in the air alongside Stephen Welsh, who is currently out on loan at Motherwell due to the lack of minutes at his parent club. The Hoops already have two Americans in deep defence, as Cameron Carter-Vickers and Auston Trusty are the preferred options in the heart of the backline.