Who is Mateusz Bogusz, the Celtic transfer target from Los Angeles FC?

Scottish Premiership club Celtic have officially submitted a formal bid for Los Angeles FC attacker Mateusz Bogusz. The Poland international is seen as their ideal replacement for Matt O'Riley.

The Great British side are one of the biggest clubs in the world, with incredible history. The Hoops have been known to dominate Scotland for as long as can be remembered and they are also a Champions League mainstay.

Experienced manager Brendan Rodgers is now in the market for options to replace his attacking midfield, given the departure of fan favourite Matt O'Riley. The former Celtic midfielder joined Brighton and Hove Albion this week, only to be injured on his debut.

According to Sky Sports, Celtic have now made a formal bid to sign Mateusz Bogusz from Los Angeles FC. The MLS side is believed to be back in negotiations with Celtic, after losing in the Leagues Cup to Columbus Crew.

So, who is Mateusz Bogusz, the Celtic transfer target from Los Angeles FC?

Who is Mateusz Bogusz, the Celtic transfer target from Los Angeles FC?

In the recent Leagues Cup defeat, it was unsurprisingly Bogusz who shined, providing a great assist for new signing Olivier Giroud to score LAFC's only goal.

Without a doubt, this transfer speculation raises eyebrows. Whenever a European side comes knocking in the MLS, it is often the onus of MLS fans to describe what the player is like.

However, this task is difficult with Mateusz Bogusz. This is because he has not yet staked his claim as an MLS centerpiece. In many ways, he is still establishing himself as a player.

What can be said, though, is that Bogusz has a lofty ceiling. The former Leeds United player only joined MLS in 2023 but he has already made 52 appearances, scoring 16 goals in the process.

The Poland international is a creative player, a set-piece specialist and an attacker who is a joy for target-men to play alongside. These attributes do make him suited to the Scottish game.

However, there is a saying in the United Kingdom which can be applied here. The Scottish game is certainly "a differently kettle of fish" to the MLS ranks. This means that it will take time for Bogusz to adjust.

This is not to say that Bogusz is not capable of playing in Europe. After all, it is his home continent and he played in the lower-tiers before travelling across the pond to the MLS.

It must be stated that from LAFC's perspective, they should absolutely be licking their lips here. Celtic received a £30m ($39.5m) fee for Matt O'Riley, who they are trying to replace, so they have cash to splash.

It would certainly be a gamble for Celtic, though.

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