Celtic are preparing to welcome Shane Duffy on loan from Brighton this week, and supporters have been left buzzing with the news.
The Irish defender is expected to add a no-nonsense approach to the game - exactly what the Hoops need - as well as a love for the club which should stand him and his teammates in good stead in their quest for the fabled 10 in a row.
Fans have been excited at having the Premier League player in their ranks. A boyhood Celts supporter, Duffy has previously been captured on film celebrating as he was serenaded by Celtic fans inside a Hoops bar. And now a tweet of his from two seasons ago has resurfaced that is likely to have fans even happier at the prospect of Duffy turning out in green and white.
Wish I came now
— Shane Duffy (@shaneduffy) March 11, 2018
The champions had just managed a rousing 3-2 win over Rangers at Ibrox back in 2018 thanks to an Odsonne Edouard winner. And, after a mate posted celebratory scenes on social media, Duffy admitted his disappointment at failing to make the game at Ibrox. In response to "Doesn't get any better #glasgowisgreenandwhite", he simply said: "Wish I came now".
Fans flocked to the post, even recently, with plenty attempting to convince the Irishman to sign for Celtic. One said: "Sign Shane sign," and another added: "Mon up the road Shane."
Duffy, 28, is expected to complete a season-long loan deal at Parkhead later this week.
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