Celtic have confirmed participation in a summer pre-season tournament dubbed the 'Como Cup'.
Brendan Rodgers' men are already due to take on Cork City and Newcastle United in a duo of friendlies in July.
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The club have now confirmed a new trip at the end of July after earlier teasing it on social media.
A post went up on Celtic's official X page this afternoon, which read: 'Football on the Lake – July 23–27'.
Football on the Lake – July 23–27 pic.twitter.com/r99gkV9ZTS
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) June 3, 2025
It has yet to be confirmed what the official fixture dates and matches are for the trip, though the four clubs involved were later announced to be Celtic, Como, Ajax and Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli.
Four clubs. One lake. One unforgettable week.#FootballOnTheLake #ComoCup pic.twitter.com/nUjo7bl6L0
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) June 3, 2025
On the subject of Como, the Serie A outfit today confirmed the signing of former Celtic left-back Alex Valle.
He said [comofootball.com]: "It’s been a great six months. I’ve settled in really well and I’m very happy here. Obviously, the prospect of continuing here in Como fills me with joy and pride. I can’t wait to start next season and give my all for this club."
Valle will now permanently work under Barcelona legend Cesc Fabregas in Italy.
The boss revealed his delight at the permanent acquisition of the 20-year-old: "Alex is a talented young defender, and he has proven it in the last six months," he said.
"He has integrated perfectly and in a very short time into the team’s mechanisms, showing all his qualities both defensively and offensively. With him Como has secured one of the most interesting talents of his age who will be very important for the team in the future."
