The player has officially announced his exit from the club after a decade long spell.
A highly-rated defender has officially brought the curtain down on a spell spanning more than a decade at Celtic, confirming his departure with a heartfelt message to his supporters after rising through the club’s academy system from an early age.
The player has long been regarded as a hugely talented prospect in Scotland, earning a strong reputation throughout his development in Glasgow.
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After years of progressing at Celtic, the time has now come for a new challenge, with Liverpool set to become the next destination in his career.
The move represents a big opportunity for the young man, who will now continue his development within Liverpool’s academy set-up.
That player is Dara Jikiemi, who has now officially announced his departure from Celtic and is on his way to Liverpool after agreeing to join them back in May.
Confirming the news in an emotional post on his Instagram, the defender wrote:
“After more than a decade at Celtic, I have decided to leave the club. I want to thank my teammates, the staff, and everyone at Celtic for their support and for playing such an important role in my development. I wish the club and everyone involved all the best for the future. Thank you Celtic FC.”
Jikiemi’s message highlights the bond he built with Celtic after spending virtually his entire footballing upbringing at the club.
Leaving after more than 10 years is never an easy decision, but the young defender now has the chance to continue his development in a different environment as he embarks on an exciting new chapter.
Liverpool will now look to help Jikiemi continue his progress further, where he will join a growing group of talented academy players.
The move offers the defender the opportunity to test himself in a new setting as he aims to fulfil his considerable potential and work his way through the ranks at Anfield.
Dara Jikiemi