LOAN BID LAUGHED OFF: – Celtic’s Approach for Leeds Striker Joel Piroe Rejected Instantly

Celtic’s striker hunt has hit another brick wall after reports that they made contact over a loan move for Leeds United forward Joel Piroe — only for the idea to be immediately dismissed by Leeds in total disbelief.
According to reports, Celtic’s interest in landing Piroe on a short-term deal was “laughed off in bemusement” by Leeds officials, with the Premier League side having no interest whatsoever in entertaining a loan exit. �
The Scottish Sun
✅ Why Leeds rejected it instantly
Piroe wants to stay and fight for his place — he’s not pushing to leave. �
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Leeds see him as a key squad player and would only consider a move if it was permanent and serious money. �
transferfeed.com
The situation is made even more complicated by the 49ers Enterprises involvement in both Leeds United and Rangers, which makes a Celtic deal politically explosive. �
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📰 The big takeaway
Celtic fans hoping for a surprise striker solution have been handed a reality check — a loan bid for Joel Piroe isn’t just unlikely… it’s basically dead on arrival.