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Deal Done Imminent: Celtic have reached an agreement with their star player for a remarkable return to Parkhead from Rennes, sources have informed Football Insider.
Celtic have reached an agreement with Jota for a stunning return to Parkhead from Rennes, according to sources speaking to Football Insider.
In the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke shared that an £8million deal is nearly finalized, with advanced discussions set to continue in the coming days to finalize the details.
Brendan Rodgers had made the signing of a new left-midfielder a priority in the January transfer window and played a key role in pushing the deal forward.
Earlier this month, Football Insider revealed that Celtic would seek a replacement for Luis Palma if he were to leave, and his exit is now looking increasingly likely.
Jota, 25, is reportedly eager to return to Glasgow, where he remains highly regarded by fans, even 18 months after his departure.
Celtic received a Scottish record fee of £25million for Jota, and his return for around a third of that amount is seen as a major win for the club.
Jota’s move to Rennes came just six months ago after leaving Al-Ittihad, but he has struggled to secure a regular spot in the team, starting only three of his ten appearances. As a result, a return to Celtic represents an opportunity for him to rediscover his form in front of fans who are already familiar with his abilities.
During his previous stint in Glasgow, Jota made 83 appearances, scoring 28 goals and providing 26 assists. He became a fan favorite under Ange Postecoglou, winning two Scottish Premiership titles, two Scottish League Cups, and one Scottish Cup. He will now hope to add more trophies to his collection this season.
With Kyogo Furuhashi set to leave the club, Celtic’s attack will undergo changes, and Jota is expected to play a key role in Rodgers’ front three.
Football Insider exclusively reported on 23 January that Kyogo has traveled to France to undergo a medical ahead of his move to Rennes.
In other news, Kasper Schmeichel has shared a message with Celtic fans following a recent update.
