CELTIC FINALIZE TRANSFER DEAL TO SIGN FORMER RANGERS STAR OFTEN COMPARED TO KYOGO FURUHASHI. MEDICAL PASSED “BRENDAN RODGERS CONFIRMS”

Alfredo Morelos has officially completed a stunning and highly controversial move to Celtic FC, having passed his medical earlier this week. The former Rangers striker is now set to join the Hoops, in a transfer that has left many at Ibrox stunned and furious.

Celtic are expected to make the official announcement within hours, but the shockwaves are already being felt across Scottish football — especially among Rangers fans who feel deeply betrayed by a player once seen as their talisman.

️ “He’s a special talent,” Brendan Rodgers told reporters. “We’ve been following him for months. This is a signing for both the present and the future.”

Morelos, who scored 124 goals in a Rangers shirt between 2017 and 2023, is no stranger to Old Firm drama. But few could have predicted he would cross the divide and sign with Celtic  Rangers’ fiercest rivals.

What makes this move even more stinging for Rangers supporters is that Morelos was once adored at Ibrox, idolized for his goalscoring feats, passion, and willingness to battle on the pitch. His decision to sign for the enemy has been viewed by many in the Rangers fanbase as a direct act of betrayal.

The backlash has already begun. Ibrox forums and social media are ablaze with criticism of the Colombian striker, with some supporters accusing him of “turning his back on the club” that gave him a platform in European football. Others have expressed disappointment that he would so willingly join the very team he once fought so fiercely against.

Despite the brewing controversy, Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers remains focused on the footballing value of the deal. After Morelos passed his medical and agreed to personal terms, Rodgers praised the forward’s quality and experience.

“This isn’t about rivalry  it’s about building a stronger team. Alfredo knows this league, he’s proven at this level, and we believe he can bring real value to the squad,” said Rodgers.

With Kyogo Furuhashi having recently departed for a move abroad, Celtic needed a proven goalscorer with experience in Scottish football. Morelos ticks every box. His European credentials, physicality, and finishing ability make him a key addition as the Hoops prepare for Champions League qualification rounds.

While Rangers fans mourn what they consider a betrayal, the mood in the Celtic camp is far more optimistic. The club sees the signing as both a statement of intent and a tactical masterstroke. Morelos brings immediate quality to the attack, and his gritty style could become a fan favorite  if he hits the ground running.

Celtic are planning a full-scale unveiling at Parkhead later this week, where Morelos will be presented to the media and fans. The club is aware of the controversy surrounding the deal but remains confident that results on the pitch will ultimately do the talking.

In a rivalry already known for its intensity, Alfredo Morelos’ transfer from Rangers to Celtic may go down as one of the most provocative and talked-about moves in recent Scottish football history. The Colombian striker now has a chance to rewrite his story  not just as a top scorer, but potentially as a figure who shook the Old Firm to its core.

Celtic have taken a risk  but if it pays off, this may be remembered as the most impactful twist in the Glasgow rivalry in a generation.