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Jota's Back! A Celtic Return to Steal Hearts and Stages 🎉⚽️

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Hold your horses, Celtic fans! Jota's sensational return to the pitch takes centre stage as Kyogo waves goodbye—what could this mean for the Scottish giants?

It's been a whirlwind day at Celtic Park that has the supporters singing with joy! The Scottish giants have witnessed an emotional shift with fan-favourite Jota returning to the club while bidding farewell to another hero, Kyogo Furuhashi. This unexpected swap has administered a touch of magic to the spirit at Parkhead as Jota signed a five-and-a-half-year deal to bring excitement back to the team. After a year of adventure with Al Ittihad and Rennes, the Portuguese winger is back where he belongs!

Celtic fans have every reason to celebrate as Jota's return comes while they also say goodbye to Kyogo, who has left for a new chapter in his career with Rennes. The club's decision to bring Jota back is part of their broader ambition as they gear up for the Champions League knockout phase. Defying the odds and showcasing a penchant for thrilling gameplay, Jota's return comes at a critical time when Celtic needs players who can elevate their performance on the European stage.

In his recent statements, Jota expressed his desire to "bring joy" back to the supporters, acknowledging that times have changed since his departure. Nonetheless, his enthusiasm and dedication suggest he is ready to rekindle the passion that endeared him to fans initially. With Kyogo's departure, Jota's mission is likely to be viewed as a beacon of hope for a title-chasing side in desperate search for rhythm and flair.

Adding spice to the storyline, Jota's journey has been quite the adventure—from lighting up the pitch in Glasgow to making waves in the Middle East and back again. Interestingly, not only did he cost Celtic £8 million upon his return, but he also becomes a part of a unique lineup with high-pressure expectations surrounding the Champions League. The departure of Kyogo marks a transformative moment for the team, but under Jota's wing, fans are ready to optimistic about the next chapter of the Celtic saga.

On the flip side, did you know that Kyogo Furuhashi was among the top scorers during his time at Celtic, cementing a lasting legacy? Meanwhile, Jota’s first spell at Celtic saw him scoring crucial goals that contributed to a memorable season. With their fate intertwined in this saga, viewers are on edge waiting for the next thrilling episode of Scottish football!

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Jota makes sensational Celtic return as Kyogo bids farewell ... (Transfermarkt)

It's been a busy day at Celtic Park with one hero departing and another fan favourite returning to the Scottish giants. Kyogo Furuhashi has departed Celtic ...

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Jota makes Celtic return as Furuhashi heads for exit (RTE.ie)

Celtic have secured Jota on a five-and-a-half-year contract after persuading the Portuguese winger to return to Glasgow.

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Jota transfer news: Celtic resign winger from Rennes in £8m deal ... (Sky Sports)

The 25-year-old is back at Celtic after signing a five-and-a-half-year deal; Jota left to join Al Ittihad for £25m in 2023 before moving to Rennes last ...

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Celtic fans rejoice as popular forward Jota returns to club in Kyogo ... (Independent.ie)

Celtic have secured Jota on a five-and-a-half-year contract after the Portuguese winger swapped places with Kyogo Furuhashi.

Celtic resets for Champions League by signing Jota from Rennes ... (WTOP)

GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — Celtic signed striker Jota on Monday in time for the Champions League knockout phase, bringing him back to Scotland for about one ...

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Jota returns to Celtic | SPFL (SPFL)

The Portuguese winger has come back to Glasgow. Jota has returned to Celtic, signing a five-a-half-year contract to rejoin the Scottish champions.

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Jota wants to 'bring joy' to Celtic supporters in second spell (Yahoo Sports)

Jota wants to "bring joy" to the Celtic supporters even though "times have changed" at Parkhead. Having left in the summer of 2023, the winger returns to ...

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Rennes sign Kyogo from Celtic, Jota goes other way (FRANCE 24)

Ligue 1 side Rennes signed Japanese international Kyogo Furuhashi from Celtic on Monday, with Portuguese forward Jota rejoining the Scottish champions.

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Luke Littler's Celtic appreciation amid Jota transfer return (The Celtic Way)

The PDC Darts World champion took to social media to convey his delight that the Portuguese winger is back in Glasgow. The 25-year-old attacker completed ...

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Jota admits his 18 months away felt like a decade after making ... (Belfast Telegraph)

Celtic have secured Jota on a five-and-a-half-year contract after he swapped places with Kyogo Furuhashi. The 25-year-old has completed his move from Rennes 18 ...

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Celtic have swapped a 'Ferrari with a Lamborghini' in Jota & Kyogo ... (Yahoo Sports)

"It's like replacing a Ferrari with a Lamborghini", as BBC broadcaster Craig Telfer deftly put it. Will the Portuguese winger slot seamlessly back into the ...

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Jota return a 'great bit of business' by Celtic or 'backward step'? (Yahoo Sports)

Paul: Jota is not the same player after leaving Celtic for Saudi Arabia, it's a backward step coming back to Parkhead, we don't need another winger at the ...

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