'Tierney and Arsenal decided to delay Celtic return' - gossip

Celtic were keen to bring Kieran Tierney's free transfer forward to January, but the 27-year-old Scotland defender and Arsenal decided together he would remain with Mikel Arteta's squad until the summer despite his lack of game time. (The Athletic)

Kyogo Furuhashi's agent, Joel Pannick, says the 30-year-old had clubs from all over the world expressing an interest in his services, but the Japan striker joined Rennes from Celtic to improve his World Cup selection chances despite more lucrative contracts offered elsewhere. (The Times)

Bayern Munich have been dealt an injury blow with £47.5m Portugal midfielder Joao Palhinha set to miss the Champions League showdown with Celtic. (Glasgow Times)

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