Portuguese professional footballer Jota makes sensational Celtic return as Celtic F.C. forward Kyogo Furuhashi bids farewell

It has been a bustling day at Celtic Park, marked by the departure of one icon and the return of another beloved figure to the Scottish Premiership champions.

Kyogo Furuhashi has left Celtic to sign with the French club Rennes, while Jota has transferred in the opposite direction. Kyogo has proven to be a remarkable acquisition since his transfer to the Glasgow champions from Vissel Kobe for €5.4 million in 2021, having netted 85 goals in 165 appearances.

Celtic has opted to capitalise on the opportunity to transfer the 30-year-old player for a substantial profit, as Rennes has agreed to a fee of €12 million following Kyogo’s expressed intention to depart.

The sorrow experienced by the Parkhead supporters due to the departure of one of their favoured players has been alleviated by the return of Jota. The Portuguese winger transferred to Al-Ittihad in July 2023, resulting in Celtic ultimately realising €29.1 million from his sale. However, the club has expended only €10 million to the Ligue 1 team to reacquire him for a return to Parkhead.

Celtic legend Jota expresses his elation at his return to Glasgow.

The 25-year-old has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract and has conveyed his enthusiasm regarding his return to Glasgow.

He expressed, “It evokes a profound sense of nostalgia for me, as it was an extraordinary experience filled with memorable moments throughout my two seasons here. I am truly delighted to return.” I am exceedingly enthusiastic and eagerly anticipate the commencement of this endeavour.

The most commendable aspect of Glasgow, aside from Celtic, is undoubtedly its inhabitants. I find myself in need of a locale imbued with character, a place where I can truly feel at home. “This is unequivocally what I have been seeking, and I believe there is no more suitable match than Celtic.”