It has been the talk of the town this week hasn’t it?
Jota to Celtic.
Will he? Won’t he? Does he want to?
Well, after this update from reliable Sky journalist Anthony Joseph, it seems the deal is all but signed, sealed and delivered.
Celtic are closing in on a permanent transfer to sign Portuguese winger Jota – with a deal expected to be completed this week.
The 23-year-old has told Benfica he wishes to remain at the Scottish champions. https://t.co/xwLR7KeFHn
— Anthony Joseph (@AnthonyRJoseph) May 25, 2022
There has numerous rumours, speculation and counter speculation that it felt as if the deal was never going to get done.
On his article on Sky Sports, Joseph reports, “Celtic are closing in on a permanent transfer to sign Portuguese winger Jota – with a deal expected to be completed this week.
The 23-year-old has told Benfica he wishes to remain at the Scottish Premiership champions after initially joining on loan in the summer.”
This news will be met with great joy amongst the fans as Jota very quickly became a fans favourite especially after his early season form.
Incredible performances against Ferencvaros, crucial goals against Aberdeen and important assists across the whole season has made Jota one of the ‘must have’ signings for the club.
Thirteen goals. Fourteen assists. Forty appearances.
Stunning stats that show that at £6m, this deal for the Portuguese winger could be one of the most significant in the summer transfer window and will stand the club in good stead to build and improve the squad for the Champions League.
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