Paul McGinn clarifies the factors that have “counted against” Kieran Tierney at Arsenal as Celtic connections continue to progress.

Paul McGinn clarifies the factors that have “counted against” Kieran Tierney at Arsenal as Celtic connections continue to progress.

Following the emergence of reports regarding Kieran Tierney’s prospective return to Parkhead, the former Hoops defender has become the subject of conversation among all Celtic fans.

Brendan Rodgers is anticipated to experience a hectic transfer window next month, with both sides expected to make moves.

Yesterday, the news that Celtic are interested in signing Kieran Tierney as a left-back caused a stir in Scottish football. Arsenal did not activate Tierney’s one-year extension clause, which would result in him becoming a free agent in the summer.

The 27-year-old Scotland international is amenable to accepting a substantial salary reduction in order to join the Bhoys; however, it is uncertain whether competitors will arise to secure his services.

His legacy at Parkhead is one of unresolved business. Tierney achieved eight trophies and 37 assists in 170 appearances after breaking through at Celtic. Nevertheless, there has always been a nagging suspicion that he would return to complete the task he began.

Paul McGinn has revealed his thoughts on why he believes the Emirates has been slightly unjust to the Lennoxtown graduate during his time south of the border.

Kieran Tierney’s tenure at Arsenal, as per Paul McGinn McGinn is of the opinion that Arsenal’s change in formation and prioritization of inverted full-backs has “counted against”

Tierney under Mikel Arteta, as his tenure at the club is reportedly drawing to a conclusion. He declared on the [Go Radio Football Show]: “He is undoubtedly among the best left-backs in the world when he is at his best.”

The velocity and power he possesses are particularly adept at acceleration.It is somewhat what has been against him at Arsenal; they altered their formation and desired their left-backs to be brought in.

“It was detrimental to him because it diminished his most advantageous qualities; however, I believe that Arteta would rank Tierney highly among one-on-one defenders if he were asked to choose.”

Celtic’s left-back situation may be susceptible to modification. It is improbable that Celtic would allocate game time among the Scotland international, Greg Taylor, and Alex Valle if Tierney were to be included.

Taylor is currently out of contract with the Bhoys next summer, and the absence of a commitment to an extension may serve as a warning sign. Similar to himself,