Celtic have signed former Crystal Palace midfielder James McCarthy on a four-year deal.
The 30-year-old progressed through the youth ranks at Hamilton Accies before making his debut as a 16-year-old.
McCarthy enjoyed a successful eleven-year spell in England but he's returned to Scotland to join Ange Postecoglou's side.
The Republic of Ireland international is a boyhood Celtic fan and he expressed his delight at joining the Glasgow giants.
McCarthy said: “To have signed for Celtic is a brilliant feeling and this is a special day for me and my family.
“I know all about the club, the size of it and all the success it’s enjoyed, particularly in recent years.
"I’m looking forward to pulling on the Hoops, playing at Paradise and helping the team deliver more success to these amazing fans in the seasons ahead.
Celtic boss Postecoglou was thrilled to sign the experienced midfielder in addition to former England goalkeeper, Joe Hart.
He said: “I’m delighted that we have signed two top-class players in Joe and James.
"Both of them have a wealth of experience at both club and international level, and that is something which can only benefit the squad, and I’m looking forward to working with both of them.
“I know our supporters will be well aware of both players, and I’m sure they’ll welcome them to the club and look forward to seeing both of them play for Celtic in the seasons ahead.”
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