Since relocating to Spain, he has featured 25 times; however, Los Celestes find themselves five points above the relegation zone in what has turned out to be a disappointing campaign for Claudio Giraldez’s men.
Some will say the grass isn’t greener on the other side, though given that Starfelt is 28, the opportunity to play in a top-five league would always appeal to someone with no prior Celtic connections.
Starfelt and Cameron Carter-Vickers struck up a formidable partnership in defence for Celtic, which was rarely breached on domestic duty under Postecoglou.
At times this season, we have felt the void left by the Swede; however, Liam Scales has stepped into his shoes and given a good account of himself, enjoying an unexpected rise to prominence.
Evaluating the playing squad, Jota’s shock £25 million move to Al-Ittihad hit the headlines, bringing his iconic spell at Parkhead to an abrupt end.
Across the La Liga campaign, the former Rubin Kazan man has impressed for Celta Vigo, making around 6.1 clearances and 5.3 ball recoveries on league duty [Sofascore].
Nevertheless, his side appear to be in trouble when glancing at the table, and helping them evade relegation is likely to be the main objective between now and the end of the season.
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