Hibernian is standing firm on its decision not to sell midfielder Miguel Chaiwa, despite Celtic's persistent interest.

What's at Stake?

Celtic's pursuit of Chaiwa is part of a broader midfield rebuild, with the club actively working to strengthen its squad. Hibernian manager David Gray has acknowledged the interest in Chaiwa, but the club's message is clear: they are not selling. Chaiwa joined Hibernian from BSC Young Boys last summer on a three-year deal with an option for a further year.

The Current State of Play

| Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 5th in Premiership, 51 pts, 13W-12D-8L from 33 games | | Recent Form | LWWLL | | Goals This Season | 51 scored, 37 conceded (+14 goal difference) | | Title Race | 19 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian | | Last Result | Hibernian 0-1 Motherwell (2026-05-16) | | Next Fixture | vs Shamrock Rovers (away, 2026-06-30) | Celtic's interest in Chaiwa is genuine, but Hibernian is in no financial difficulty and can afford to wait. The club recently banked £6 million from the sale of Kieron Bowie, and Chaiwa's contract runs until May 2028.

What Comes Next?

The next move is straightforward: either someone bids enough to test Hibernian's resolve, or this one drifts into the final weeks of the window. Chaiwa is the right age, right profile, and right kind of player for what Celtic is trying to build. Whether the fee can be made to work is the only question that matters now. Celtic is also one of several suitors, with Fiorentina and English clubs linked to Chaiwa, so this is not a situation where they can bide their time indefinitely without risk of being outmanoeuvred.