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title: "Celtic: Hoops linked with swoop for Kenneth Paal"
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author: "Sean Clifford"
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published: "2021-07-05T13:05:44Z"
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# Celtic: Hoops linked with swoop for Kenneth Paal

**Celtic are interested in a swoop for PEC Zwolle left-back Kenneth Paal as their search for defensive reinforcements continues, according to [The Scottish Sun](https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/7354527/celtic-3-5-million-aaron-hickey-bologna-transfer/).**

### The Lowdown: Celtic look forward to new season

Looking towards the forthcoming campaign, newly-appointed Celts manager Ange Postecoglou will be desperate to acquire the right kind of signings who would be capable of mounting a Premiership title bid in 2021/22.

Already busy in the transfer window, the Hoops have tied up deals for former Sheffield Wednesday pair [Liam Shaw](https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/6694613/celtic-liam-shaw-heartbroken-sheffield-wednesday-fans/) and [Osaze Urhoghide](https://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/celtic/osaze-urhoghide-the-fee-celtic-will-pay-sheffield-wednesday-and-why-it-is-low-3293935).

Stepping up their recruitment drive ahead of the new season, Celtic could well be set for another addition to the ranks following recent reports.

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### The Latest: Celtic keen on Paal

The Scottish giants are said to be looking at 24-year-old Paal as a potential incoming this summer, although Barnsley, AZ Alkmaar, Bordeaux and St Etienne are all rumoured to also be monitoring his situation \[[The Scottish Sun](https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/7354527/celtic-3-5-million-aaron-hickey-bologna-transfer/)\].

Speaking about interest from Celtic in his services, the 5 foot 9 ace stated: “It’s such a big club with such a history, that’s always nice to hear. That just shows that you’re doing a good job.” \[[The Scottish Sun](https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/7354527/celtic-3-5-million-aaron-hickey-bologna-transfer/)\].

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### The Verdict: Paal would be an ideal Celtic signing

The Arnhem-born defender could be a solid addition to the Parkhead fold should any swoop materialise.

Possessing commendable ball-striking technique, he would be an offensive asset for Postecoglou when overlapping on the left-hand side. In 2020/21, the Dutchman made 28 appearances for his current employers, notching one assist \[[Transfermarkt](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kenneth-paal/leistungsdaten/spieler/247596/plus/0?saison=2020)\].

He is capable of keeping his focus defensively, averaging 2.3 clearances per game across the last year \[[WhoScored](https://www.whoscored.com/Players/231106/Show/Kenneth-Paal)\].

He is also a consistent performer, which should bode well within the pressures of the goldfish bowl that is football in Glasgow. Across the 2020/21 season, he managed a steady match rating of 7.07 out of 10 from [WhoScored](https://www.whoscored.com/Players/231106/Show/Kenneth-Paal), which should offer an encouraging boost to Hoops supporters.

As pre-season preparations get into full swing, Celtic should look to swiftly tie up a deal to bring Paal to Parkhead.

**In other news, Celtic are set to open talks with [this Serie A ace](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/scottish-premier/celtic/celtic-hoops-set-to-open-talks-with-aaron-hickey/).**