The anticipation surrounding Kieran Tierney’s return to Celtic only heightened when club Chairman Peter Lawwell officially confirmed the news on the Celtic FC website. The club’s January interim report not only mentioned the signings of Jota and Jeffrey Schlupp, but also heralded Tierney’s return to the club in July.
There had been whispers and speculation surrounding Tierney’s comeback, with some clickbait social media sites suggesting that the deal had fallen through. However, with the official announcement from Lawwell, fans can now look forward to seeing the return of their homegrown hero for a second spell at the club.
The timing of Tierney’s return is significant, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Greg Taylor’s future at Celtic. Taylor, despite his solid performances, is rumored to be considering a departure this summer. Manager Brendan will undoubtedly do his best to convince Taylor to stay and sign a new deal, as retaining both Taylor and Tierney would provide valuable options for the team, particularly with the potential Champions League qualifying rounds approaching.
The left back position has been a concern for Celtic since Tierney’s departure to Arsenal. The return of Tierney, especially on a free transfer, is seen as a shrewd move by the club. With the potential addition of Taylor as well, Celtic may finally have resolved the left back issue that has plagued them since Tierney’s exit. The prospect of Tierney and Taylor partnering in defense brings hope to fans and the coaching staff alike as they look to strengthen the squad for the challenges ahead.
