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Ruaraidh Britton

Celtic sign Odin Thiago Holm on five-year deal as Brendan Rodgers' first summer transfer arrives

Celtic have confirmed the signing of Norwegian midfielder Odin Thiago Holm as the 20-year-old becomes the first arrival of the summer at Parkhead.

The playmaker joins from Valerenga on a five-year deal having recently been named as one of the continent's best young players in what is an exciting addition to the squad for the Hoops.

It's the first signing of the second Brendan Rodgers era after his appointment was confirmed by the club last week following the departure of Ange Postecoglou.

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The latter left for Tottenham Hotspur having sealed Treble success with victory in the Scottish Cup Final over Inverness, but despite the disappointment of his exit its positive news with the Norwegian's arrival.

He joins the likes of Callum McGregor, Matt O'Riley and Reo Hatate in the Celtic midfield that will be gunning for similar success in the new season.

New boss Rodgers told the club website: "We are delighted to bring Odin to the club and to secure his signing so early in the window.

“He is a player who has been in the club’s scouting and recruitment system for some time. I have looked at him closely and believe he is someone who can make a big impact at the club.

'I have spent time already with Odin, he is an ambitious, exciting young player and I know he is delighted to be joining us.'

“He is a great addition to the quality squad we already have and we really look forward to working with him.”

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