Celtic Secure Tomas Cvancara Loan with Purchase Option from Borussia Monchengladbach

Jordan Hartwell

Published: January 25, 2026 12:15 PM ET

Celtic Secure Tomas Cvancara Loan with Purchase Option from Borussia Monchengladbach

Celtic Football Club has secured the signing of striker Tomas Cvancara on loan from Borussia Monchengladbach. The 25-year-old Czech Republic international is set to remain with the club until the season’s end, with an option to make his move permanent during the summer transfer window.

Celtic’s January Transfer Activity

Tomas Cvancara is the second player to join Celtic in January, following Julian Araujo’s loan acquisition from Bournemouth. The club reportedly has an agreement to purchase Cvancara for approximately £7 million if they choose to secure his services beyond the loan period.

Cvancara’s Ambitions and Background

Upon joining Celtic, Cvancara expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity, stating, “It’s a massive honour to sign for this club.” He emphasized his eagerness to contribute to the team’s success and excitement for the challenges ahead.

Prior to his move to Celtic, Cvancara began his career at Jablonec in his home country and later played for Sparta Prague. He joined Borussia Monchengladbach in the Bundesliga, where he struggled to find form. After scoring eight goals in two seasons with the German club, he was loaned to Antalyaspor. However, that stint ended prematurely, with only one goal in 13 appearances in the Turkish Super Lig.

What Cvancara Will Bring to Celtic

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill commented on Cvancara’s potential impact on the team. Despite his height at 6 feet 2 inches, O’Neill clarified that Cvancara is not a traditional target man. He described him as quick and agile, adding that the striker is motivated to prove himself and contribute to Celtic’s success.