Kieran Tierney has reportedly signaled his approval for a potential return to Celtic this winter, with Arsenal prepared to facilitate a loan move for the Scottish international.
A report from Fabrizio Romano reveals that Celtic has expressed strong interest in bringing Tierney back to the club. The reigning Scottish champions are actively seeking a left-back, and the Arsenal player has emerged as a key target for their plans.
Recent developments suggest that the 27-year-old defender is open to rejoining his former team. Arsenal, in turn, appears willing to agree to a temporary transfer for Tierney, paving the way for his return to Celtic Park.
Kieran Tierney’s Journey at Arsenal
Since his £25 million move from Celtic to Arsenal in August 2019, Tierney’s time in North London has been marked by highs and lows.
He made an immediate impact, securing a starting role at left-back and earning plaudits for his performances. However, recurring fitness problems have significantly hindered his progress in recent seasons.
This term, Tierney finds himself behind Jurrien Timber, Oleksandr Zinchenko, and Riccardo Calafiori in Arsenal’s left-back hierarchy. Consequently, he has managed just 69 minutes of playing time across a single appearance this season.
Despite his limited role, Tierney continues to attract interest from high-profile clubs across Europe. While he has recently been linked with Real Sociedad, a return to Celtic now seems like a realistic possibility.
A Potential Return to Celtic
Celtic’s pursuit of Tierney aligns with their need for reinforcements at left-back. With uncertainty surrounding the future of Alex Valle—who is expected to return to Barcelona after the 2024/25 season—the Scottish champions are eager to secure a proven talent for the position.
Tierney, for his part, appears willing to reunite with Brendan Rodgers at Celtic. Reports indicate that the defender has approved the idea of a winter move back to his former club.
Arsenal is also on board, agreeing to a potential loan deal that would see Tierney remain with Celtic until the end of the 2024/25 season.
However, Arsenal is reportedly seeking a £2.5 million loan fee for the 27-year-old. While this figure could pose financial challenges for Celtic, the prospect of reuniting Tierney with Rodgers adds an intriguing dynamic to the negotiation process. It remains to be seen whether the two sides can finalize the deal in the coming weeks.
