Celtic striker Oh Hyeon-gyu is reportedly keen on leaving the Scottish champions due to limited game time under Brendan Rodgers. The South Korean international, who joined Celtic from Suwon Samsung Bluewings in January 2023, is set to make a move to Belgian club KRC Genk.
Celtic Reject Initial Offer, But Genk Persists
On June 20th, Het Laatste Nieuws reported that Celtic had turned down an offer from KRC Genk for Oh Hyeon-gyu. Despite the initial rejection, the Jupiler Pro League side continued their pursuit of the 23-year-old striker. Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri recently stated that securing Oh Hyeon-gyu’s services is only a matter of time.
Breakthrough in Negotiations
According to Saturday’s edition of Het Belang van Limburg, Genk has finally made a breakthrough in their negotiations with Celtic. The South Korean forward, unhappy with his life in Glasgow, is eager to leave for the Belgian club this summer.
Limited Playing Time Under Brendan Rodgers
Oh Hyeon-gyu managed only 725 minutes across 26 matches last season, which he considers ‘too few.’ This lack of playing time has been a significant factor in his decision to seek a move away from Celtic.
Transfer Formalities in Belgium
Reports indicate that Oh Hyeon-gyu is already in Belgium to complete the transfer formalities, including a medical test. Once these are finalized, he will officially join KRC Genk, marking the end of his brief stint with Celtic.
Conclusion
Oh Hyeon-gyu’s departure from Celtic underscores the challenges players face when seeking adequate game time. As he prepares to join KRC Genk, the move promises a fresh start and more opportunities for the talented striker. Celtic fans will watch closely to see how this transfer impacts both clubs in the upcoming season.
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