Scottish left-back Kieran Tierney is reportedly keen to return to Celtic after struggling at Arsenal. But his game time and injuries over the next four years have struggled since joining Arsenal for £25 million in 2019. Arsenal has opted not to renew his contract, which can be done until January 2025. Tierney would be free to negotiate with clubs outside England from January. Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is ready to bring the centre back back to the club with a deal that would be a real win win.
The Transfer Raises Financial Concerns
Celtic’s wage structure is far below the £100,000-a-week mark that Tierney earns at Arsenal. But Kieran Tierney is said to be amenable to a pay cut to return. And the Hoops are understood to be considering all avenues, including a loan deal until the end of the season or a pre-contract agreement for the summer.
Rumors Surrounding Jota’s Possible Comeback
Celtic could also look to re-sign Jota alongside Tierney. In 2023, Jota departed Celtic for Al-Ittihad before joining Rennes. FT: Michael Stewart has claimed that Celtic could sign Jota for a cut price deal between £5-6 million. If it goes through it would add to Celtic’s attacking options and give the squad a player well known to the club and experienced at that levels of football.
Key Takeaways
A former star joining forces with Celtic does seem like a case of ‘back to the future’ for the squad. Adding Kieran Tierney would fortify the defensive ranks, and Jota’s potential return would boost the collective NOS of their attack. These radical moves could make Celtic more competitive at home and in Europe.
