Celtic’s winter transfer plans are heating up as the club looks to strengthen their attacking options before the deadline. With Martin O’Neill eager for reinforcements, the Hoops have already made two additions, but bolstering the forward line remains a top priority.

SC Freiburg striker Junior Adamu has emerged as the latest name linked with a potential loan move to Celtic. The club has already dipped into the Bundesliga market this window with the signing of Tomas Cvancara, prompting comparisons between the two forwards.

Adamu, a product of Red Bull Salzburg’s academy, was highly rated during his rise in Austria and expected to make a major impact in Germany, following in the footsteps of Karim Adeyemi. Cvancara, on the other hand, impressed at Sparta Prague before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach, though he did not attract the same hype.

When comparing their Bundesliga records, Cvancara has the edge. Despite playing the same number of games, the Czech striker has scored three more goals than Adamu. Their styles, however, differ significantly: Cvancara is strong playing with his back to goal, while Adamu thrives off runs behind the defence and pressing high up the pitch.

Adamu’s versatility gives him an advantage for Celtic, as he can also operate as a right winger—a position the Hoops are keen to strengthen. This flexibility allows the possibility of both forwards playing together or alternating roles depending on tactical needs.

If Celtic can finalize a deal for Adamu, the pairing could offer O’Neill more attacking options and help maintain their Scottish Premiership challenge.