Celtic Defender Maik Nawrocki Completes Medical Ahead Loan Move Hannover 96

Maik Nawrocki, the Polish centre-back who joined Celtic from Legia Warsaw in 2023 for around £4 million, is set to leave the club on a season-long loan to Hannover 96 in Germany's 2. Bundesliga, with an option for the German side to make the move permanent. Despite high expectations, Nawrocki struggled to establish himself at Celtic, making only 18 appearances and scoring one goal over two seasons, largely due to Brendan Rodgers' preference for a left-footed central defender. The loan deal, described as a "done deal," has been finalized with Nawrocki completing his medical, and an official announcement from either club is expected soon. Hannover, who finished 9th in the 2. Bundesliga last season, have been active in the transfer market and are building a squad aiming for promotion, with Nawrocki expected to become their 14th signing. Celtic are also finalizing the permanent departure of fellow defender Gustaf Lagerbielke, indicating a reshuffle in their defensive lineup. The move offers Nawrocki a fresh start and more playing time, which he has lacked at Celtic, while Celtic look to recoup some value from the transfer.