The 22-year-old German midfielder is on his way to Scotland after Celtic reached a full agreement with Paderborn
Mika Baur is set to join Celtic from SC Paderborn after the clubs reached a full agreement on a transfer worth €8 million, according to the information provided. The 22-year-old central midfielder has agreed to the move and is now travelling with his representatives, with a medical and contract signing the remaining steps before the transfer can be completed.
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Baur emerged as a key Paderborn midfielder
Baur has been one of Paderborn's notable performers, helping the club secure promotion to the Bundesliga after the 2025/26 season. The German, who was born on July 9, 2004, made 36 appearances across all competitions last season, scoring four goals and providing five assists, according to FootyStats. In the 2. Bundesliga alone, he recorded four goals and five assists in 33 appearances.
His numbers underline why Celtic have been tracking him. Baur operates primarily as a central midfielder and was also part of Germany's youth setup. Earlier reports indicated that Celtic had already agreed personal terms with the player while negotiations with Paderborn were still ongoing, with several European clubs also monitoring his situation.
Celtic move towards another major midfield addition
The agreement represents a significant step forward after weeks of negotiations. Earlier reports suggested Paderborn were reluctant to sell Baur below their valuation, while Celtic had previously been working with lower offers. The latest agreement, if completed as expected, would therefore mark a substantial increase on the figures previously reported.
Baur is now expected to undergo his medical before signing his Celtic contract, which is set to run until June 2031. The transfer would give Celtic another young central midfielder as Martin O'Neill continues to reshape the squad ahead of the new season and their European campaign.