Celtic have signed striker Tomas Cvancara on mortgage till the tip of the season.
The Czech Republic worldwide has joined from Borussia Monchengladbach, with an choice to make the transfer everlasting in the summertime.
Cvancara turns into Celtic’s second January arrival following a mortgage deal for Julian Araujo from Bournemouth.
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Sky Sports activities Information understands the payment to signal Cvancara on a deal past this season would price round £7m.
“It’s a massive honour to sign for this club,” the 25-year-old mentioned.
“I’m so excited to get began and make my very own contribution to the group.
“We have now numerous challenges forward of us and I’m able to get going and do every part I can to satisfy these and produce success to our sensible supporters.
“Celtic is one of the great names in world football and I am delighted to be here to play my part.”
What’s going to Cvancara deliver to Celtic?
Cvancara began his profession at Jablonec within the Czech Republic, earlier than shifting to Sparta Prague after which the Bundesliga.
Nonetheless, after scoring eight targets in two seasons at Borussia Monchengladbach, he was despatched on mortgage to Antalyaspor this season. That transfer was reduce brief after he scored one purpose in 13 Tremendous Lig appearances, amid monetary points with the Turkish facet.
Talking on Wednesday, boss Martin O’Neill mentioned what the 6ft 2in striker may deliver.
“He’s not a target man, believe it or not,” he mentioned. “He’s not really the John Hartson type, or the type when Chris (Sutton) played alongside Henrik Larsson. He’s quick, he’s agile, and he wants to prove himself.
“For those who suppose he is the speedy reply to any kind of downside we now have, I am undecided I would throw that kind of duty on him.”
