Aston Villa have emerged as frontrunners in the race to sign Hammarby’s promising young winger, Bazoumana Toure, a player also on Celtic’s radar.
Celtic’s chief scout Jay Lefevre was recently sent to watch the 18-year-old in action, as interest in the Ivorian talent grows across Europe.
Clubs like Arsenal, Crystal Palace, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Bayer Leverkusen have also scouted Toure, but it’s Villa who currently lead the pursuit, according to Fotboll Skanalen via RecordSport.
Since joining Hammarby from Ivory Coast in March this year, Toure has quickly made a name for himself.
Known for his left-footed flair on the wing, he primarily plays on the left but is equally adept on the right, making him a versatile attacking asset.
The Swedish club have set a hefty price tag of £8.3 million for the winger with any potential deal would require suitors to meet Hammarby’s valuation in full.
If Celtic want to bring Toure to Glasgow, they’ll need to be prepared for a high-stakes bid in a competitive market.
The Hoops have shown a willingness to spend in recent windows, with Adam Idah joining for an initial £9.5 million and Arne Engels setting a new club transfer record at £11 million on deadline day. However, with Premier League clubs now involved, the Scottish champions face stiff competition if they are to secure Toure’s signature.
