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celtics They are reportedly close to making their first signing of the January transfer window as they look to reunite Brendan Rogers and one of his former stars.
has been claimed Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney will rejoin the club on loan until the end of the season before signing permanently on a free transfer.
The Scotland international’s contract expires this summer. Reportedly ready A short-term move to Parkhead will become permanent when his contract with the Premier League side expires.
Tierney could be an excellent addition to the squad ahead of the second half of the season, having already played under Rodgers at Celtic.
Why Kieran Tierney would be a fantastic signing
The Scottish gem started his career in the Hoops after coming through the youth system and already knows how to perform under the pressure of Parkhead fans.
his 127 games Celtic under Rodgers has also shown that given his experience with the Northern Irishman, he doesn’t need much time to adapt to the manager’s style of play and system.
Tierney assists 170 balls 37 balls He played in every game for the club during his time in Glasgow, showing he has more to offer in the final third than Greg Taylor, as the current Hoops player already has assists 30 strikes occurred in 198 Made an appearance for Boyce.
To make the most of the Arsenal outcast’s creative potential, Rodgers could sign Carney Chukwuemeka, another reported target at the club, to partner him on the left wing.
According to reports, the Celtics interested in trading The England U21 international has been loaned to Parkhead from Chelsea for the second half of the 2024/25 season.
Why Carney Chukwuemeka could be Kieran Tierney’s dream
The gems of the Premier League are spent most of his career Played as an attacking midfielder or central midfielder but also playing on the left wing a few times, this is where he could thrive for Celtic.
Chukwuemeka is a right-footed attacking midfielder who can play as an inside forward on the left as he has excellent dribbling skills and the ability to cut inside to create space for Tierney’s attack.
Villa insider Charlie Jennings once described the young starlet’s style of play, telling Milan forever: “Carney is an excellent ball-carrier deep in midfield. He is known for his predatory, incredible dribbling in tight areas, complemented by a range of delightful passes at this point.”
These comments show that Chukwuemeka has the ability to thrive on the wing, as he can receive the ball from deep and break through opposition players, allowing Celtic to push forward while attracting the attention of defenders on the flanks. Create gaps for Tierney to exploit. .
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Kani Chukwumeka |
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|---|---|---|---|
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team |
Number of appearances |
Target |
Assist |
|
Villa U18 |
26 |
10 |
8 |
|
Villa U21 |
29 |
3 |
5 |
|
England U19 team |
13 |
6 |
0 |
|
Villa first team |
16 |
0 |
1 |
|
chelsea first team |
32 |
2 |
1 |
As you can see in the table above, Hoops Goal has yet to break out in the first team, but has shown plenty of quality in the youth teams in England and Villa in the past.
This suggests he has the potential to provide goals and assists from an attacking midfield or wide position to complement his ability as a ball carrier.
Rodgers could take a gamble on Chukwuemeka and give him a new role on the left, making him a dream signing for Tierney who could play in the second half if Celtic can seal a deal for both of them. Season thrives with the British. this month.
