Maik Nawrocki's permanent move from Celtic to Lens has been confirmed.
The Polish defender has signed a four-year deal with the Ligue 1 runners-up, following three years at the Scottish Premiership champions.
We can confirm that Maik Nawrocki has today joined Racing Club de Lens. Thank you and good luck, Maik 💚#CelticFC🍀 https://t.co/DYY5bbdPsR pic.twitter.com/Yc9wFX6Zxe
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) July 17, 2026
Last season, he spent time out on loan at Hannover in Germany, where he made 17 appearances, scoring three goals and providing three assists in all competitions.
In a short post on social media, Celtic confirmed the news, saying, "We can confirm that Maik Nawrocki has today joined Racing Club de Lens.
"Thank you and good luck, Maik."
Speaking to club media, Lens sporting director Jean-Louis Leca said of Nawrocki's arrival, "Maik is a tough man-marker who understands the demands of a three-man defence and can slot into our playing style thanks to his comfort on the ball.
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"He commands respect with his imposing physique and will bring to the team both his athletic power and his effectiveness in the air. His understanding of the French language, his excellent attitude, and the presence of Michał (Skóraś) in the squad will help him settle in.
"At 25, he still has plenty of room for improvement, and we believe in his ability to develop further here with a coaching staff who appreciate his profile. Maik has experienced some particularly passionate atmospheres throughout his career; he will undoubtedly embrace the atmosphere at Bollaert.
"Welcome, Maik!"
