Arsenal have reportedly told Kieran Tierney they will not exercise the one-year option on his contract, sparking interest in a meeting of former Celtic bosses.
A Celtic Academy graduate, Tierney has made 125 appearances for Arsenal since his switch to the Emirates Stadium in 2019. Although initially touted as a future captain, the Scotland international fell out of favor in 2022 /23 and spent last season on loan with Real Sociedad.
Tierney is in the last year of his contract and, according to The Athleticno new terms will be offered, with Arsenal turning down the chance to trigger a 12-month extension to his current deal.
It means that the left back will go free transfer at the end of the season unless a January sale can be agreed, and a number of Premier League sides are believed to be interested in securing the 27-year-old’s signature.
However, the English can expect competition from Celtic. The Telegraph State Tierney is wanted for a meeting at Celtic Park, although his high wages could complicate a January pursuit.
Celticfor whom Tierney made 170 appearances, is likely to favor a summer pursuit but is expected to initiate contact with the left-back in January, when he can discuss a contract with non-England sides.
Premier League suitors will have to agree a fee with Arsenal before they are granted permission to speak to Tierney.
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2024-12-19 11:00:00
