Celtic star Benjamin Nygren looks more and more likely to leave Parkhead this summer. According to Keith Wyness, Valencia have emerged as the leader to sign him. Speaking on Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, the former Aberdeen CEO noted that his sources firmly point toward the Spanish club as Nygren’s next destination.
Benjamin Nygren’s future points to Valencia as Celtic prepare for summer battle
While Tottenham’s name continue to come up, Wyness wouldn’t rule them out even if Spurs fall into the Championship, noting that Nygren could still earn wages there that far exceed his current Celtic deal. He also named Aston Villa, Bournemouth, and Brighton as interested parties but kept Valencia in a separate category. His reasoning focused on style; Nygren’s habit of cutting inside from the right and his long-range shooting seem to fit the tempo of La Liga better than the high intensity of the Premier League.
The stats from this season back up Wyness’s claims. Nygren has racked up 15 goals and 5 assists in 2,139 Scottish Premiership minutes, maintaining a 7.5 FotMob rating. This is a massive return for a player Celtic brought in for only about £2 million last summer.
“Spurs is a name that’s been cropping up, and of course, that will depend on where they’re going to go.
“Even if they went to the Championship, Nygren could still be on Championship wages and probably earning more than he is at Celtic. I wouldn’t rule that one out either way.
“There’s been talk of Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Brighton. But in my opinion, from my sources I’ve spoken to, Valencia is the one where I think he may end up.
“That’s the gossip I’ve been hearing. The Premier League may be a little bit of a stretch for him. In Spain, I think he’d do better, and he’s better placed with his style in La Liga.”
Why should Celtic sell on their own terms this window?
For Celtic, this situation is a combination of opportunity and risk. The club was smart to sign Nygren when they did, and they now have all the leverage. With reports in April 2026 suggesting bids could hit £26 million, the potential profit is huge. However, the Celtic board needs to avoid dragging out negotiations into late summer. Moving too slowly risks a repeat of the Daizen Maeda situation, where waiting too long ended up costing the club a higher transfer fee.
Celtic should aim for a deal that allows them to fund three specific reinforcements rather than hunting for one direct, expensive replacement. The squad needs more depth for possible Champions League football, and using the Nygren money to strengthen several positions is a better strategy than making a single big-name signing.
Since Nygren is under contract until 2029, Celtic are in a strong position and don’t have to jump at the first offer. Valencia is a logical move for everyone involved, and if the price is right, Celtic should wrap it up quickly and reinvest the funds.
