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Ewan Paton

Conor McGregor outlines intentions to attend Celtic match as he hails tifo

Conor McGregor has revealed that he's hoping to visit Celtic Park one day in the future.

The UFC star has taken to social media to praise a fan display made by the Green Brigade from several years ago as part of an online Q&A.

McGregor is a renowned Celtic fan and has not been shy in letting people know about it. 

He struck up a good relationship with Kieran Tierney during the left-back's time under Brendan Rodgers during his initial tenure. 

And his fellow Celtic supporters have been big fans of the MMA fighter too.

In a banner displayed by the Green Brigade ahead of Celtic's 5-0 win over Astana in Champions League qualifying, McGregor was quoted. 

The slogan of his, which he used after his win over Diego Brandao back in 2014, read: "We're not here to take part, we're here to take over!"

He said previously of the banner: "Celtic Football Club STAND UP!!! This is what die hard support from your fans looks like! What a sight! What a team! Thank you all!"

Now, responding to a fan on X, the 35-year-old addressed the famous banner once again and revealed his intentions to take in a game at Parkhead.

An account asked: "Any plans to visit Celtic Park in the future? I'm sure you’d get a hero's reception from all your brothers from across the pond. I'm sure Kieran Tierney would be happy with that."

And the Notorious replied: "This is incredible! Hopefully one day for sure!"

Meanwhile, Gustaf Lagerbielke almost signed for a "half-assed team in Belgium" before joining Celtic.

That is according to Elfsborg managing director Stefan Andreasson who claims the 23-year-old might have missed out on a move to Parkhead.

Lagerbielke joined the Scottish champions for £3million during the summer transfer window and thrown into the starting XI due to an injury crisis centre-back in August.

However, he has recently struggled to maintain a regular starting position in the team since the return of Cameron Carter-Vickers.

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