Reports suggest that Arsenal and Manchester City are engaged in discussions over a potential player swap involving Kieran Tierney and Joao Cancelo. [Football Transfers]
This prospective deal has the potential to bypass any sell-on clause associated with Tierney’s transfer, which would be bad news for Celtic. With Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta showing keen interest in Cancelo and Tierney catching the eye of Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, the swap deal could leave Celtic powerless.
The Hoops finds themselves in an unexpected situation after selling Kieran for £25m. Kieran secured a move to Arsenal in 2019, and was a first team starter for a long time before injuries and Mikel Arteta’s appointment. This season he’s been a squad player under Arteta and a move in the summer looks very likely. That move should yield a payout for Celtic if a fee is involved.
Guardiola is renowned for his ability to nurture top talent, and Kieran could reach his full potential under the Spaniard’s stewardship . With his relentless work rate, defensive solidity, and exceptional crossing ability, Tierney would perfectly complement Manchester City’s attacking style of play. I think Celtic fans would like to see the former academy bhoy reach his full potential.
The significance of this potential swap deal lies in its ability to bypass any sell-on clause that Celtic may have negotiated during Tierney’s transfer to Arsenal.
A player exchange would not involve a monetary transfer, allowing Arsenal to acquire Cancelo without triggering any financial obligation towards Celtic. This scenario presents a unique opportunity for Arsenal to secure the services of a highly sought-after player while simultaneously avoiding a substantial payout to Celtic.
The Hoops are not banking on any money from a Kieran Tierney payout, but it’s worth keeping an eye on.
