Tierney concludes his return to Celtic following stint at Arsenal
Scottish defender Kieran Tierney has officially returned to Celtic Football Club, signing a five-year deal that will keep him at Celtic Park until 2030. The announcement was made on the Celtic website, marking the end of a four-year journey at Arsenal and the start of a new chapter in Tierney's career.
Tierney spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Real Sociedad in Spain, where he honed his skills in a different league and learned a new language. This experience, he believes, has contributed significantly to his personal growth.
Before joining Arsenal in 2019, Tierney was a key player at Celtic, making about 170 appearances since his debut in 2015. During his first spell at the club, he won 10 trophies, including seven Scottish Premiership titles and four Scottish Cups.
At Arsenal, Tierney made 91 first team league appearances, scoring 3 league goals, and 144 appearances across all competitions. However, his playing time was impacted by injuries, especially after December in later years, with very limited starts in his final Arsenal season. He also had a loan spell at Real Sociedad during the 2023-2024 season where he made 20 appearances.
Tierney's departure from Arsenal was confirmed last week, paving the way for his return to Celtic. His return comes under the management of Brendan Rodgers, who is currently in his second stint at Celtic Park.
Speaking about his return, Tierney emphasised his commitment to working hard and doing his best for the club. He expressed his ambition for Celtic to remain at the top, continue winning trophies, and do well for the club. Tierney scored six times and provided 14 assists for Arsenal during his time there.
Tierney's return to Celtic marks the second time he dons the Celtic strip, and he is eager to contribute to the team's success once again. His contract with Celtic will extend until 2030, securing his future with the Scottish champions.
The news of Tierney's return to Celtic has been anticipated for a few months, and fans are thrilled to welcome back their former star. As Tierney prepares to take the field once again, he is ready to give his all for the club that gave him his start in professional football.
Kieran Tierney, now back at Celtic Football Club, mentioned his goal to help the club maintain its dominance and continue winning trophies, echoing the success he had during his first stint in Scottish-leagues, where he won seven Scottish Premiership titles and four Scottish Cups. With his new five-year contract, Tierney is eyeing future opportunities in European-leagues, having gained valuable experience during his loan spell at Real Sociedad in Spain.
