John McGinn recently opened up about the transfer saga that surrounded his potential move to Celtic back in 2018. The midfielder revealed that the rumors and stories about his proposed transfer to Celtic still bother him to this day, emphasizing that they have been blown out of proportion over the years.
At the time, both Celtic and Aston Villa were vying for McGinn’s signature as he made it clear he would be leaving Hibernian. While Brendan Rodgers was keen on bringing the Scotland international to Celtic, the Hoops were unwilling to match Aston Villa’s offer of £3.5 million, leading McGinn to ultimately join the English side.
Despite the transfer saga, McGinn has since become a vital player for Aston Villa, earning the admiration of fans and even being appointed as the club’s captain. However, the 30-year-old has not completely ruled out the possibility of a move to Celtic in the future, expressing his lifelong dream of playing for his boyhood club.
In a recent interview with Premier Sports Scottish Football Social Club, McGinn admitted, “The stories about that whole saga have grown arms and legs over the years and it winds me up. You never say never.” Reflecting on his childhood dreams of playing for Celtic, he acknowledged that he never saw himself ending up at Aston Villa but remains committed to the club with two-and-a-half years left on his contract.
As McGinn looks ahead to his future in football, he remains open to the idea of returning to Celtic, leaving the door slightly ajar for a potential homecoming. Only time will tell whether his career at Aston Villa will come to an end or if he still has more to offer in the football world. With his unwavering passion for the game and dedication to his ambitions, McGinn’s journey continues to unfold, keeping fans intrigued about what lies ahead for the talented midfielder.
