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Celtic confirm Ibrahim deal

Image: Rabiu Ibrahim: Considered by Neil Lennon to be an 'intelligent footballer'

Celtic have confirmed the signing of attack-minded midfielder Rabiu Ibrahim subject to a work permit application.

Nigerian's move to SPL giants subject to a work permit

Celtic have confirmed the signing of attack-minded midfielder Rabiu Ibrahim subject to a work permit application. The Nigerian, 20, will arrive at Parkhead on a three-and-a-half-year contract after impressing while on a recent trial. And Neil Lennon is happy to have as good as captured former PSV Eindhoven playmaker Ibrahim during January. The Celtic boss told his club's official website: "We have been very impressed by Rabiu. In my view he is a highly talented and exciting young player and someone who will be a tremendous addition to our squad. "He is a playmaker, well balanced and a very intelligent footballer. We are really looking forward to him joining us." Keep up to date with all the latest transfer news on Sky Sports News and Sky Sports News Radio. Listen live here or via the Sky Sports app on your phone or iPad.