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Erik Sviatchenko – Celtic should remain open to recruiting from MLS
TL;DR
Erik Sviatchenko advises Celtic to consider recruiting from MLS, citing valuable opportunities despite recent managerial changes. He emphasizes the quality of players available in the league.
Key points
- Erik Sviatchenko encourages Celtic to recruit from MLS
- He cites valuable opportunities in the league
- Sviatchenko has experience playing in MLS with Houston Dynamo
- Concerns over Wilfried Nancy's appointment shouldn't deter recruitment
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Erik Sviatchenko – Celtic should remain open to recruiting from MLS
Erik Sviatchenko has encouraged Celtic to remain open to recruiting from Major League Soccer, insisting the market still offers value despite the club appointing Wilfried Nancy from Columbus Crew…
The Danish centre-back – who spent two years at Celtic earlier in his career – is currently playing in the United States with Houston Dynamo, giving him first-hand experience of the MLS’ quality.
Now 34, Sviatchenko believes there are worthwhile opportunities available across the MLS, arguing that Nancy’s disastrous appointment should not discourage the Hoops from exploring potential signings there.
Speaking via Daily Record, Sviatchenko said: “The MLS is such a good market. The prices are sometimes a bit lower for some reason.
“It hasn’t been to the same level as all the other leagues around. In that aspect, I think you can find really, really good players here. Definitely, there’s a market for Celtic.”
Manager Celtic Wilfried Nancy of Celtic looks on after Celtic’s loss in the Premier League match between Motherwell and Celtic at Fir Park on December 30, 2025 in Motherwell, Scotland. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)
On Nancy’s catastrophic 33-day spell as Celtic boss, Sviatchenko added: [when he was appointed].
Q&A
What did Erik Sviatchenko say about Celtic's recruitment from MLS?
Erik Sviatchenko encouraged Celtic to remain open to recruiting from MLS, highlighting the value of players in the league.
Why does Sviatchenko believe Celtic should recruit from MLS?
Sviatchenko believes there are worthwhile opportunities in MLS, despite concerns over the recent appointment of Wilfried Nancy.
What is Erik Sviatchenko's connection to Celtic and MLS?
Sviatchenko previously played for Celtic and is currently with Houston Dynamo, giving him insights into the quality of MLS players.
