Toulouse offered €2m for Niko Sigur, but the bid was rejected by Hajduk Split. The 22‑year‑old Canadian international was left out of the squad for the September 4 match, where Hajduk beat NK Osijek 4‑0. The decision was reportedly due to a minor injury, but the Croatian club ultimately turned down the offer.
Toulouse’s Offer
The Occitanie club, managed by Jens Berthel Askou, former Motherwell coach, presented a complete dossier to Sigur and Hajduk. The offer was €2m and aimed to secure the player, whose contract runs until 2028. According to a Croatian outlet, the proposal was rejected, leaving the door open for other clubs.
Hajduk Split’s Reaction
Hajduk would have been tempted by the bid, but the prospect of a group‑stage spot in the Conference League influenced the decision. After a 2‑2 draw against Raków Częstochowa in Poland, the second leg in Split is scheduled for Thursday, which could prompt the club to accept a counter‑offer. Hajduk officials believe the player is worth €3‑4m.
Celtic’s Perspective
Celtic, monitoring Sigur since the January window, has already opened talks with Hajduk and the player. The versatile defender, able to play midfield and right‑back, would be an ideal replacement for Alistair Johnston, injured until November. The club also lost Arne Engels, who recently joined West Ham for £25m, underscoring the need for a midfielder.
Celtic is waiting for the Conference League outcome before deciding on their next move. If the Scottish side progresses to the Champions League, it could act quickly to bring Sigur in by the end of the week. The qualification match against LASK in Linz, where Celtic leads 3‑0 after the first leg, is crucial for their European future.
Conclusion
Toulouse offered €2m for Niko Sigur, but the offer was rejected. Celtic remains on standby for the Conference League result before finalising its next transfer.
