Erik Sviatchenko has reacted to Kieran Tierney’s return to Celtic with a short and touching message on social media.
The Danish defender played with Tierney at Celtic for a few seasons before both players moved on. Sviatchenko left in 2018, and a year later Tierney joined Arsenal in a record move. Now that Tierney has come back to Celtic Park on a five-year deal, his old teammate has made it clear how happy he is.
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Sviatchenko now plays in the United States with Houston Dynamo, but he hasn’t forgotten his time in Glasgow. The Dane played an important role in Brendan Rodgers’ first spell in charge, helping the team win trophies and enjoy memorable nights in Europe.
During that time, Tierney became a fan favourite, wearing the number 63 shirt and playing with passion every week.
Now that Tierney is back, there is a real sense of excitement. Fans are buzzing, and former players like Sviatchenko are joining in. The timing of the announcement and Tierney’s own message to the support made it a memorable moment.
For Sviatchenko, it was simple: this move means something. It’s not just another transfer. It’s a homecoming. And the fact that he called it a “love story” shows how deep the connection is between Tierney and Celtic.
The story continues, and people who were part of the journey are watching with pride.
