Brendan Rodgers spoke today in front of the media about various subjects ahead of this weekend’s trip to Hampden Park, where St Johnstone lie in wait for a Scottish Cup Semi-final clash…
Taylor and Tierney
Amongst the topics of discussion for the Celtic boss was again the contract situation that is constantly evolving with Greg Taylor and the subsequent impact that would and could have further down the line heading into next season.
Return of the prodigal son
Prodigal son Kieran Tierney is due to make his dramatic homecoming this summer, joining the likes of Jota and Brendan himself in finding out that life isn’t always greener away from Paradise, even if it can be more glamorous and better paid. That move is highly-anticipated amongst the support, who are all eager to see the once in a generation talent return to the club where he initially made his name and received plaudits widely.
The ideal scenario for Rodgers
The ideal scenario for Brendan Rodgers, as he’s made known for several weeks now, would be to sign Taylor on for another few years and get the very best of his career out of him at Celtic Park, to compete and dovetail with Tierney in that left-back spot.
When asked about it again on Friday afternoon in front of the mainstream media, he said: “Kieran plays his role. It’s a different type of role. He can do that, he can jump on the inside and be outside. He has different strengths and qualities. When you are trying to build a squad, you are trying to have different strengths within it. Kieran has pace, power and running ability. He also has a passion for the club and can’t wait to be here.
