Kieran Tierney’s name remains on the Arsenal teamsheet as the Gunners prepare to face Brentford on New Year’s Day, with the Scotland international on the bench despite ongoing rumours surrounding his future.

While there was little expectation of him starting, Tierney’s inclusion in the squad may frustrate Celtic fans hoping for signs that the left-back could be edging closer to a January exit.

The 26-year-old has been linked with a potential move away from the Emirates as his opportunities under Mikel Arteta continue to dwindle.

This season, Tierney has been in a very limited supporting role and last season he spent time out on loan in Spain. It’s clear his longterm future is away from the Emirates but his immediate future is still up in the air.

For Celtic supporters, the dream of a return to Glasgow remains alive, but Tierney’s ongoing involvement at Arsenal complicates the picture. The fact he has travelled and remains in the mix suggests that, for now, he still has a role to play at the club—even if it is as a back-up option.

With the January transfer window now open, Tierney’s future is expected to be a topic of interest.

PFor now, though, Arsenal seem in no rush to part ways with the former Celtic man, leaving his next move—if any—shrouded in uncertainty. The Brentford vs Arsenal game kicks off at 5:30pm.