The anticipation surrounding Marco Tilio’s debut for Celtic continues to grow, as fans eagerly await the moment the Australian winger steps onto the pitch wearing the famous green and white hoops.
Signed in the summer from Melbourne City, Tilio’s journey at Celtic Park hasn’t been smooth sailing. Just as he was gearing up to showcase his talent, an unfortunate injury sidelined the youngster, delaying his likely pre-season debut for the Bhoys. The setback was a blow to both Tilio and the Celtic faithful, who were keen to see what the Australian prodigy could bring to the table.
However, there’s a silver lining on the horizon. The injury woes that plagued Tilio seem to be a thing of the past. The Australian has been in training for a while now and he was spotted training at Lennoxtown on Monday afternoon.
Yet, as much as the Celtic fans want to see what Marco can bring to the table, manager Brendan Rodgers is taking a cautious approach. Speaking to Celtsarehere last week, Rodgers let it be known that Tilio initially struggled with the intensity of Lennoxtown and it’s taking him some time to get up to speed with his teammates. The transition from Australian football to the Scottish Premiership is significant, and the intensity and physicality can be a lot for young players to handle.
It’s clear that Rodgers is prioritising Tilio’s long-term development and well-being over immediate impacts. For now, fans will have to be patient and trust the process. While it’s disappointing not to have seen Tilio in action yet, the wait will only make his eventual debut all the more intriguing.
