Vasilis Barkas, the Greek goalkeeper, has inked a one-year deal with Dutch club Utrecht, following a tumultuous tenure at Celtic. The Scottish giants terminated Barkas’ contract prematurely, despite a year remaining on his agreement.
Barkas spent the previous season on loan at Utrecht, impressing the Dutch side with his performances. However, Utrecht had repeatedly stated their inability to convert the loan into a permanent deal due to financial constraints.
The situation took a turn when Celtic decided to release Barkas, paving the way for Utrecht to initiate negotiations. The Dutch club seized the opportunity, and Barkas is now officially a Utrecht player, having signed a one-year contract.
Barkas’ time at Celtic was marred by underwhelming performances, leading many to label him as one of the club’s most disappointing signings. His move to Utrecht offers a fresh start and a chance to rebuild his reputation.
Celtic have long since moved on from the Greek stopper.
