Kieran Tierney’s departure from Arsenal is imminent, and he will join Celtic in the summer.
Tierney’s contract expires at the end of June, and he will go to Celtic to rejoin Brendan Rodgers in Paradise.
Following Rodgers’ confirmation that Tierney will join Celtic this summer, the Arsenal defender agreed to transfer to Scotland at the end of his contract. 
Tierney completed his Arsenal career on a high note, scoring in his final outing as the Gunners defeated Southampton 2-1 in the season finale.
Mikel Arteta’s elegant farewell as Kieran Tierney leaves Arsenal for Celtic.
Tierney was a clear fan favourite at Arsenal, and some have been disappointed by the club’s choice to let him leave and join Celtic.
And now, as the Scotland defender’s Arsenal exit becomes a reality, Arteta has given Tierney a lovely message as the Celtic supporter prepares to return to Parkhead.
Arteta told Arsenal.com, “He predicted yesterday that I was going to score in my final Arsenal match, and he did it! So, credit to him, and a particular thanks to him.
“He’s been a part of the trip, and he triumphed alongside me. It’s true that he went to Sociedad for a few months, but it’s been a joy to work with him, a truly remarkable guy.
“We wish him and his family the utmost best. The doors of this club are open for him; he is well-liked at the club and in the dressing room, and we wish him all the best.
Kieran Tierney’s six-year Arsenal numbers, as Celtic move looms Tierney left Celtic for Arsenal in 2019, marking the Parkhead club’s most expensive transfer sale in history.
And, despite some injury concerns at the club, Tierney made more Arsenal appearances than fans expected. So, as his Celtic move approaches, how did Tierney fare during his six-year tenure at Arsenal?
| Kieran Tierney | Played | Goals | Assists | Trophies won |
| Arsenal 2019-2025 | 144 | 6 | 14 | 1 x FA Cup 2 x Community Shield |
Tierney’s appearances, which average 24 games per season, are likely to be greater than Celtic fans initially imagined.
Celtic are getting the 27-year-old defender in the peak of his career for free. Tierney can and will undoubtedly contribute significantly to the Hoops’ future success.
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