𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡? 🍀 Amenda ‘Open to Loan’ as Eintracht Frankfurt Set Out Exit Conditions! 🏟️⏳
By 247sportcity | Wednesday, January 21, 2026
GLASGOW / FRANKFURT – The race to bolster Celtic’s backline is heating up as the January window enters its final ten days. According to latest reports from The Herald and Bild, Eintracht Frankfurt defender Aurèle Amenda is firmly on the Hoops’ radar, and the Bundesliga club has now officially clarified their stance on the Swiss international’s future.
With Martin O’Neill (interim manager following the recent departure of Brendan Rodgers) desperate for defensive cover after Cameron Carter-Vickers was ruled out for the season, the 6ft 6in Amenda has emerged as the “ideal profile” for the Scottish champions.
The Frankfurt Stance: Krösche Speaks Out
Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Krösche addressed the media following Frankfurt’s chaotic 3-3 draw with Werder Bremen—a match where Amenda was again an unused substitute. While Krösche was non-committal, he pointedly refused to rule out a late-window exit.
“Further transfers? I won’t say absolutely now or rule out the possibility that certain things might happen. We’ll see,” Krösche stated.
The Catch: According to Bild, Frankfurt will only sanction Amenda’s departure if they can secure a replacement first. With head coach Dino Toppmöller sacked just days ago and Marco Rose rumored to be taking over, the club’s defensive structure is under intense scrutiny.
[Table: Aurèle Amenda — The ‘Swiss Giant’ Profile]
| Metric | Detail | Celtic’s Tactical Benefit |
| Height | 1.97m (6ft 6in) | Essential for aerial dominance in the SPFL |
| Age | 22 | High sell-on potential / Room for growth |
| Status | Switzerland International (4 caps) | Quality required for Champions League level |
| Motivation | 2026 World Cup Place | Driven to play every minute to impress Murat Yakin |
| Current Form | 12 Appearances (2025/26) | Needs rhythm after limited minutes in Germany |
Why the Move Makes Sense for Amenda
At 22, Amenda is at a career crossroads. Despite his £7.8m price tag, he has struggled for minutes behind the likes of Robin Koch and Arthur Theate. With the 2026 World Cup looming this summer, the defender is reportedly “pushing” for a loan move to a club where he will be a guaranteed starter.
Celtic offers not only domestic title-race pressure but also the visibility of high-stakes European football, a combination that historically appeals to national team managers.
🔥 BREAKING: Tomas Cvancara Medical Today!
While the Amenda deal is “live,” another Bundesliga arrival is already on the ground. Czech striker Tomas Cvancara posted a photo from a flight on Tuesday night and is expected to undergo his medical at Lennoxtown today.
- The Deal: A loan move from Borussia Mönchengladbach with an option to buy.
- The Urgency: With Celtic traveling to Hearts this Sunday, there is a chance Cvancara could go straight into the squad to provide competition for Kyogo Furuhashi.
Final Verdict: A Domino Effect
The path for Aurèle Amenda to Glasgow depends entirely on Frankfurt’s ability to find a new center-back in the next week. If the German side lands a replacement, the “Swiss Tower” could be the second Bundesliga arrival at Celtic Park in as many days.