Celtic sign goalkeeper keeper Sinisalo, Leicester make Fatawu move permanent

Celtic have completed their first summer signing after Finland international goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo joined on a five-year contract from Aston Villa.

The 22-year-old came through the Premier League club's academy and spent last season on loan at Exeter, where he was named player of the year for the Sky Bet League One side after making 50 first-team appearances across all competitions.

Sinisalo, who previously spent time with Ayr in 2020-21 and featured in a friendly against Scotland at Hampden Park ahead of Euro 2024, flew out with the Scottish champions on Tuesday for their pre-season trip to America.

Sinisalo is is set to provide competition and cover for 37-year-old Kasper Schmeichel, who is expected to arrive in Glasgow later this week as the Hoops look to replace the retired Joe Hart.

Midfielder Matt O’Riley joined his team-mates as they prepared to jet off for friendlies against DC United, Manchester City and Chelsea.

The Denmark international has been the subject of fresh speculation this week amid reported interest from Juventus and Atalanta among others.

Another midfielder, Paulo Bernardo, is expected to link up with Celtic in the United States with the club reported to have agreed a £3.5million fee with Benfica following his loan spell last season.

Elsewhere Southampton have completed the permanent signing of midfielder Flynn Downes from West Ham United on a four-year contract, for a fee believed to be in the region of £18 million.

The 25-year-old spent last season on loan at St Mary's, playing a pivotal role in the team's promotion via the Championship play-offs.

He made 37 appearances, scored twice and provided three assists in all competitions.

Leicester have signed Abdul Fatawu on a five-year deal after the