Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has expressed his confidence in the club's transfer strategy, stating that while a major overhaul isn't necessary, refreshing the squad is crucial for maintaining competitiveness.

Rodgers has already secured several key signings, including goalkeeper Ross Doohan, forwards Benjamin Nygren and Callum Osmand, and the return of defender Kieran Tierney from Arsenal.

Key Signings and Strategy

Kieran Tierney Tierney, who left Celtic for Arsenal six years ago, has returned to Glasgow as a free agent. Rodgers highlighted the maturity and experience Tierney brings back, having played in the Premier League and at a top club like Arsenal.

Benjamin Nygren Rodgers also praised new signing Benjamin Nygren, a Swedish international, for his leadership and physicality on the pitch. He expressed excitement about seeing Nygren adapt to Celtic's style of play.

Importance of Freshness

Rodgers emphasized the importance of refreshing the squad, even in a winning team, to reset competition and maintain high performance levels.

"We're not needing a major overhaul of the squad, but freshness is so important," Rodgers told club media. "Some of these guys have been here a long time. It's so important, even in a winning squad, that you refresh that and reset the competition in the squad."

Looking Ahead

Rodgers is optimistic about the upcoming season, believing that the new signings will set Celtic up for an exciting and competitive campaign.

"I see us doing more to get us set up for hopefully what will be a really exciting season," he said.

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