Celtic are enjoying a fruitful January transfer window, securing their spot in the Champions League knockout stages and making key player acquisitions. This article details the latest transfer news, including the return of Jota, the potential comeback of Kieran Tierney, and the search for a new striker to replace Kyogo Furuhashi.
Celtic are enjoying a fruitful January transfer window, and the positive momentum seems set to continue. The Scottish champions secured their spot in the Champions League knockout stages for the first time since 2013 after a 1-0 victory over BSC Young Boys last week. With the transfer window closing soon, supporters are eagerly anticipating potential incoming deals. One former player has already made a triumphant return to Parkhead, while another is reportedly on his way.
Manager Brendan Rodgers is actively seeking a forward to replace Kyogo Furuhashi, who recently moved to Rennes. Furuhashi's departure is a significant loss for many Celtic fans, considering his impressive performances in Old Firm derbies and his prolific goal-scoring ability. However, the return of fan favorite Jota is helping to alleviate the disappointment. The Portuguese winger left Glasgow in the summer of 2023 to join Saudi team Al-Ittihad for a substantial fee of €30million (£25m). However, his time away from Celtic has been challenging, with Jota managing just four goals and one assist in 25 appearances for the Saudi club before moving to France for a new beginning, reports the Irish Mirror. He joined Ligue 1 side Rennes last summer for €8m (£6.7m), scoring and assisting once in 10 matches. On Monday (January 27) afternoon, it was announced that the 25-year-old has returned to Glasgow, signing a five-and-a-half-year contract with Celtic in a €9.5m (£8m) deal.Celtic appear to be gearing up for more transfer activity. With the deadline looming next Monday, here's what an ideal end to the transfer window might look like for Rodgers and his team.Another exciting update from Parkhead is the highly anticipated return of academy star and club legend Kieran Tierney. The Scottish defender left his boyhood club in 2019 for a then-record fee of €30m (£25m), but his time at the Premier League side has been plagued by injuries. Rumors began circulating at the start of the window that Tierney could make a dramatic comeback to Celtic as his contract with Arsenal is set to expire in the summer. The versatile defender is believed to have signed a pre-contract with the club, confirming his return in the summer. The Telegraph reports that the 27-year-old turned down offers from other Premier League clubs and teams abroad to return home. However, a January departure depends on whether Arsenal retain fellow left-back Oleksander Zinchenko, with Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund interested in securing the Ukrainian's services. If this transfer materializes, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta would be left with Tierney as the only recognized left-back in the team, although others like Riccardo Calafiori, Jurrien Timber and Miles Lewis-Skelly can also fill that role. Celtic supporters are hopeful of a loan deal for Tierney in January, followed by a free transfer in the summer when his contract with Arsenal expires.As the transfer window nears its end, Rodgers' main focus is to secure a new striker following Kyogo's exit. It's believed that Celtic are eager to sign Mathias Kvistgaarden during this window, but his current club Brondy are holding out for bids of at least €15.5m (£13m). The Danish forward, who has scored 10 goals and provided four assists in the Superliga this season, has been on Celtic's radar for a while, but the hefty price tag might deter them, leading to a delay in their pursuit until the summer. In the interim, a loan deal for Brighton striker Evan Ferguson appears to be an ideal solution. The Irishman has netted just once for the Premier League side in 12 appearances this season, and it's suggested that the club are open to letting the young player leave on loan until the season concludes. Reports indicate that several clubs from the Premier League, Ligue 1, and Bundesliga have expressed interest in Ferguson, with Celtic also monitoring the player. Seagulls manager Fabian Hurzeler has dropped a substantial hint that their striker, who's worth a hefty €40m (£34m) according to Transfermarkt, could be on his way out, as he said to the press: 'Let's see what happens in the end.' He went on to add, 'In the offensive line, there's still some players not at the highest level, some players suffering with small issues. Evan is also not fit yet so we still have some days until the window is closed.' 'Until then, we still have to figure out what is the situation at the moment, what we need for the rest of the season, and what the players want. Then it's about making the decision together.'Meanwhile, Celtic are busy offloading some of their surplus talent to make room for fresh faces. Stephen Welsh, a Scottish defender, has been loaned to KV Mechelen until the end of the season, giving him the chance to accumulate valuable playing time before heading back to Glasgow in the summer.
CELTIC TRANSFER WINDOW JOTA TIERNEY KYOGO FERGUSON RODGERS
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Tierney Celtic Return and Jota Deal on the Cards, Says StewartPundit Michael Stewart believes Celtic have a strong chance of signing Kieran Tierney in January, with the Arsenal defender out of favor and set to become a free agent. Stewart also suggests a discounted move for former Hoops star Jota from Rennes would be a smart acquisition for Brendan Rodgers' side.
Read more »
Celtic Transfer Rumours: Jota and Tierney Set for Parkhead Return?Celtic are looking to strengthen their squad for a potential historic 2025. Reports suggest Jota and Kieran Tierney could return to Parkhead in January.
Read more »
Jota Faces Celtic Return Amid Tierney Transfer TalkPortuguese winger Jota is out of favor at Stade Rennes and rumors swirl about a return to Celtic. Meanwhile, Kieran Tierney's potential move back to Celtic from Arsenal is nearing completion.
Read more »
Tierney Celtic Return Eyed, Jota Linked with BesiktasArsenal's Kieran Tierney is reportedly nearing a move to Celtic, with talks of a pre-contract agreement underway. Meanwhile, Jota, who recently joined Stade Rennes, is being pursued by Besiktas.
Read more »
Tierney 'on verge' of Celtic return as £13.5m Kyogo replacement identifiedKyogo out, Tierney, Jota and Kvistgaarden in – would that be Celtic's dream window?
Read more »
Celtic transfer headlines Arteta seeks Tierney out and it's Jota on the brainIt's green for go in Glasgow's east end
Read more »