Celtic have been handed a significant setback during the international break following news that summer signing Haïssem Hassan has been forced to withdraw from the Egypt national team squad due to an unexpected injury. The 24-year-old wide man, who arrived at Parkhead in a £9 million move from Real Oviedo earlier this season, has quickly established himself as an exciting attacking option for the Hoops. However, his momentum has hit an abrupt roadblock as he undergoes intensive medical treatment instead of representing his country.
Egypt manager Hossam Hassan confirmed the disappointing news ahead of the Pharaohs’ upcoming fixtures, revealing that while the injury isn’t expected to derail their long-term plans, it completely ruled the Celtic star out of the current international camp. The national team boss emphasized that player health and recovery take priority, opting to let Hassan focus on getting back to 100 percent fitness. The exact nature of the physical setback has not been publicly detailed, leaving Celtic medical staff and fans anxiously awaiting updates on his recovery timeline.
For Celtic, the timing of this injury adds further complications to a demanding schedule across domestic and European competitions. Having featured regularly since making his big-money move to Glasgow, Hassan’s direct pace and flair on the flank have provided an essential dynamic to Celtic’s frontline. Losing him—even temporarily—strains the squad’s attacking depth at a moment when consistency and rotational options are vital for maintaining form across multiple competitions.
Supporters will be hoping that the withdrawal from international duty serves as a precautionary measure to prevent a more severe, long-term lay-off. As Hassan works closely with the medical team during the break, the focus at Lennoxtown will be on accelerating his rehabilitation so he can return to action as quickly as possible once club football resumes.