The Green Brigade’s rendition of Kieran Tierney’s chant echoed across Celtic Park at full-time this afternoon, swelling into a full-stadium chanting the Arsenal Defenders name.
Could this be the start of Tierney’s return? The noise from the stands shows how much Hoops supporters want it.
The Parkhead crowd are singing Kieran Tierney’s name!
— ceern. (@NotoriousBAG_) January 5, 2025
Stephen McGowan’s latest report highlighted the financial complexity of Tierney’s potential move. The Arsenal left-back, 27, has just six months left on his current deal, with the Gunners opting not to extend his stay.
Currently on Premier League-level earnings, Tierney would require a considerable pay cut to don the green and white jersey once more.
However, deals like this often involve creative solutions. Arsenal could cover part of his remaining salary.
Despite these hurdles, there’s growing optimism. Tierney is reportedly eager to return home, and Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is keen to bring him in this month to strengthen the squad ahead of a critical run of fixtures, including the potential of the Champions League knockout playoffs next month.
Leicester City, along with West Ham United and Brentford, were said to have enquired about the Scotland international, although he expressed no interest in a move.
While signing him on a pre-contract for the summer remains an option, the desire to secure a loan deal until the end of the season with a pre-contract set to be agreed, suggests Tierney will seal a sensational return to Glasgow over the coming weeks.
