Overview
- Celtic confirmed the free-agent midfielder has signed until the end of the season with a 12‑month extension option after completing his medical in Glasgow.
- His last competitive appearance came in May 2025 for Besiktas, and he has been training with Arsenal to maintain fitness, earning public praise from Mikel Arteta.
- He cannot play in the Europa League knockout play-off because his registration missed UEFA’s deadline, with Tomas Cvancara, Julian Araujo and Junior Adamu added to the European list instead.
- He is expected to be available for league duty, with a potential debut as early as Wednesday’s trip to Livingston, as Celtic seek momentum in the title race.
- Celtic, six points behind leaders Hearts, unveiled him to fans at Celtic Park during the Scottish Cup win over Dundee, with both player and Martin O’Neill stressing his experience and hunger to contribute.