Celtic Winger Marco Tilio Nears Loan Exit to Rapid Vienna

Marco Tilio is set to leave Celtic after a difficult spell at the Scottish club following his 2023 transfer from Melbourne City. Despite a successful loan last season at Melbourne City, where he scored five goals and provided five assists, Tilio only made two senior appearances for Celtic and featured briefly in their recent pre-season win over Newcastle United. Reports indicate that Tilio will join Austrian Bundesliga side Rapid Vienna on loan with an obligation or option to buy, a move facilitated by the good relationship between the two clubs following the January 2024 transfer of Nicolas Kuhn to Celtic from Rapid Vienna. Rapid Vienna, eager to strengthen their wing options, have been tracking Tilio since his loan at Melbourne City, and the deal is expected to include a €400,000 loan fee and a €1.5 million buy clause activated after 20 appearances. Tilio has expressed uncertainty over his future at Celtic and appears keen to return to Europe for more first-team opportunities. This transfer offers Tilio a fresh start after limited chances at Celtic and aligns with his apparent desire to move on this summer.