Rocco Vata finds himself at the centre of increasing transfer speculation as his contract with the Scottish Premiership champions nears its expiration.
Vata’s burgeoning talent has not gone unnoticed, attracting interest from a number of clubs across Europe.
In January, Italian clubs, including Como, Bologna, and Sampdoria, expressed keen interest in acquiring Vata’s services, but Celtic rebuffed these advances, choosing instead to commence negotiations to secure the teenager’s future at Parkhead.
These talks have since led to the offering of a new deal that would commit Vata to Celtic until 2027, a move that underscores the club’s desire to retain their young talent amidst external interest. [The Athletic]
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has taken a personal interest in the situation, holding discussions with Vata in hopes of persuading him to remain with the club that has been his home for over a decade.
English Championship side Watford have emerged as the latest club to express a firm interest in Vata, eyeing the opportunity to secure his signature as his current contract winds down. [The Athletic]
This interest from Watford adds another layer to the narrative, presenting Vata with a potential pathway to continue his development in English football.
With Celtic keen to retain their prospect and various clubs poised to pounce, the coming months will be crucial in determining the next chapter of Rocco Vata’s promising career.
