Celtic confirms Kieran Tierney's return in July 2025

Celtic chairman Peter Lawwell confirmed that Kieran Tierney will return to the club in July 2025 after his contract with Arsenal expires. Tierney's return, initially hinted at by manager Brendan Rodgers in January, marks the end of his six-year stint in the English Premier League, where he struggled for game time, making only one start and four substitute appearances since December. The club's interim financial report also revealed a profit before tax of £43.9 million, despite a slight decrease in total revenue. Lawwell expressed disappointment regarding limited transfer activity in January, aside from Jota's acquisition and Jeffrey Schlupp's loan. The return of Tierney is viewed positively, especially with concerns over the left-back position, and hopes are high that it will strengthen the team as they prepare for Champions League qualifiers. The club has invested heavily in the squad and infrastructure, maintaining a strong financial position despite recent spending.