“He Has to Stay Because…” – Rodgers Insists on Keeping Greg Taylor at Celtic BUT Worried of the Major Obstacle to His Stay at Celtic….

Brendan Rodgers Reveals the Key Challenge in Persuading Greg Taylor to Stay at Celtic

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has acknowledged that the impending return of Kieran Tierney to the club poses a significant challenge in convincing Greg Taylor to extend his stay at Parkhead. Taylor’s current contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and despite Rodgers’ best efforts, the left-back has yet to commit to a new deal.

The situation has been further complicated by reports suggesting that Taylor is poised to join Dinamo Zagreb on a pre-contract agreement. While Rodgers has dismissed these claims, he concedes that Tierney’s return to Celtic has created uncertainty surrounding Taylor’s future.

“I do think that is an issue,” Rodgers said, referring to the potential impact of Tierney’s return on Taylor’s decision-making process. “There’s no doubt about that. He’s been a starter here for virtually six years. He’s always had a challenge that he’s overcome from other players coming in, which is a great testament to him and his mentality and his professionalism.”

Rodgers’ comments highlight the delicate balancing act he must perform in order to keep Taylor at the club. The Celtic manager is keenly aware of the importance of maintaining a strong squad dynamic, and the potential disruption caused by Tierney’s return cannot be overstated.

Taylor, who has been an integral part of Celtic’s success in recent years, is understandably hesitant to commit to a new deal with the club. The presence of Tierney, a player of undeniable quality, poses a significant threat to Taylor’s starting berth, and it is little wonder that he is exploring his options.

Despite the challenges posed by Tierney’s return, Rodgers remains optimistic about the prospect of keeping Taylor at Celtic. The manager is adamant that there is room for both players in the squad and is eager to persuade Taylor that his future lies at Parkhead.

“He knows Kieran well and he knows his qualities and his abilities, but there still can be room for two of them here,” Rodgers said. The Celtic manager’s words will provide some comfort to the club’s supporters, who are eager to see Taylor extend his stay at Parkhead.

As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is certain: the next few weeks will be crucial in determining the future of Greg Taylor. Will he opt to stay at Celtic and compete with Tierney for a starting berth, or will he choose to pursue a new challenge elsewhere? Only time will tell.