Jota has struggled to get going both in Saudi Arabia and in France since his £25m exit from Parkhead 18 months ago. There are serious noises that he wants a move back to Parkhead. A player-plus-cash swap deal involving Kyogo does make sense for both clubs.

Michael Stewart suggested that Celtic should consider re-signing Jota from Rennes if he becomes available at a significantly lower price than what they sold him for to Al-Ittihad in 2023. Jota is reportedly not at full fitness, but the new manager at Rennes regards him as an important player. Stewart estimated that a potential transfer fee could be around £5-6 million. There has been some speculation and discussion about Jota at Stade Rennais. The new manager has indicated that although Jota is not fully fit, he is still considered an important player. Stewart noted that players of Jota's caliber, available for such a price, are rare. At 25, Jota is still considered young, with many promising years ahead in his career.