Jota has revealed his emotional Celtic celebration was a result of some "quite difficult moments" before returning to Glasgow.
The winger netted a goal on his return debut for Celtic in the 3-1 win over Motherwell on Sunday.
After his trademark celebration in front of the Celtic support, Jota then burst into tears as he jogged back into position.
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The forward - who played for Al-Ittihad and Rennes between times - has admitted his emotions got the better of him after a dream return to Celtic.
On Sky Sports, he said: "Definitely. Amazing, amazing feeling. I think I couldn't have written it better.
"It's just such a happy moment for me to come back and for the team to deliver as well and again to celebrate with these amazing fans because they deserve it."
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On his emotional celebration, Jota explained: "Yeah, it has been some quite difficult moments, ups and downs and I just feel like I am back home and I couldn't be happier than this."
Jota has struggled for regular minutes since leaving Celtic in the summer of 2023 and is aware that a return to his top level will take some time - something Brendan Rodgers has also mentioned.
"Obviously, it has been a long time since I have been playing consecutively and I know it will take time to reach my best levels," said Jota. "But with these amazing staff and team-mates I will work hard every day so I can achieve that as quick as possible."
