Celtic's Marcelo Saracchi had the opportunity to leave Martin O'Neill in the winter market.
Saracchi received interest from two South American teams but was unable to leave Celtic Park midway through the season.
is according to bolavipWhich covers the interest of both Club Nacional de Football and Club Atlético Peñarol in the Celtic player.
The Uruguay international joined the Scottish Premiership side on loan from Boca Juniors in August 2025.
He wanted to terminate his contract with the Argentine club, who rejected his request. Two months ago, Sports Witness Covered claims from South America This led to his loan move to Celtic.
Uruguay interested in Celtic player
Sarachi's agent Marcelo Tejera spoke to Minuto 1, where he confirmed that the left-back has the chance to return to Uruguay. Bolavip has released its comments.
"Nación and Peñarol were interested," He said.
Bolavip reports that two Uruguayan clubs had a look at the 27-year-old in the last window. However, Nacional and Peñarol could not pry him away from O'Neill's side. No explanation has been given as to why the move did not go through or whether Celtic blocked his exit.
The Bhoys paid a loan fee to sign him and did not secure an option to purchase. Therefore, after his loan spell at Celtic, the fullback must return to Boca Juniors.
The outlet claims the Argentine club are 'very likely' to negotiate his transfer following his return from Celtic. However, the final decision will depend on who their manager is at the time.
Boca Juniors appointed Claudio Ubeda as their manager following the departure of Marcelo Gallardo on 26 February. Ubeda's long-term future may still need to be sorted out, which could impact Sarachi's future.
contract and value of celtic man
The defender has played 847 minutes in 19 matches for Celtic in all competitions and 283 minutes were under Rodgers.
Saracchi's contract at Boca Juniors expires in December 2027.
transfer market He is valued at €2m and had a highest valuation of €14m in December 2018. His valuation has increased by €500k since joining Celtic. Marcelo Tejera represents players primarily aimed at the South American market.
