CELTIC have signed Youssouf Mulumbu on a two-year deal.
The 31-year-old had impressed during his spell with Kilmarnock last season, and had Premier League experience from spells at West Brom and Norwich City.
Speaking to the club’s website, the Congolese midfielder said: “My immediate focus is to stay fit and ready and be 100 per cent ready.
“I’ve played at Celtic Park as the opposition and it’s a special place to play, so I’m looking forward to being part of the team and playing there.”
? We can confirm the signing of Youssouf Mulumbu on a two-year deal.
Welcome to #CelticFC, Youssouf! ? #WelcomeMulumbu ?
➡️ https://t.co/xOFvOBbpxh pic.twitter.com/NWB0uGJeeG
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) August 31, 2018
The signing comes as the Hoops await today’s draw to find out who they’ll face in the Europa League group stages having seen off Lithuanian side Suduva.
Defender Filip Benkovic is also expected to join Brendan Rodgers’ side on loan from Leicester.
Deadline day: Moussa Dembele hints at Celtic frustration after being denied move to Lyon
Enjoy the convenience of having The Sunday Post delivered as a digital ePaper straight to your smartphone, tablet or computer.
Subscribe for only £5.49 a month and enjoy all the benefits of the printed paper as a digital replica.
Subscribe