Celtic have undertaken their first session of their Austrian training camp in preparation for the upcoming rigours of term 2022/23.
It's set to be another marathon season for boss Ange Postecoglou and his men as they embark on a Premiership title defence and take part in this campaign's Champions League group stages. They have been back in training for over a week now but after their international stars joined up with them, they've flown out to Austria for more intense work.
New permanent signings like Jota and Alexandro Bernabei will look to impress the Australian boss ahead of the big kick-off against Aberdeen on title day later this month. Six friendly matches come before that though, two of which are this week against Wiener Viktoria and Rapid Wien. Young players and those on the fringes will also get their chance to prove they can stick around over a longer period.
Here's some of the best Celtic photos as work gets underway in scenic territory.
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Jullien poser
It's been a hectic week for centre-back Christopher Jullien. Seemingly frozen out of the picture at Parkhead after injury, he flew out to Germany to complete a move to Schalke.
That fell through and now he's back in the swing of things in green and white.
He shared a moment with Postecoglou during the session but how long they continue working together is unknown.
All smiles
Is Kyogo Furuhashi after Joe Hart's job as Hoops goalkeeper?
Probably not but he certainly seems to be enjoying the Vienna session after returning to the Hoops following some time back in Japan.
He'll be a huge player this term and keeping him fit is key.
A chance to shine
Bosun Lawal is one of many Celtic youngsters getting the chance to show Postecoglou what they can do abroad.
Rocco Vata, Ben Summers and Josh Dede are some of the others from the youth ranks getting senior experience.
Welcome!
If Bernabei didn't know about the rough and tumble of Scottish football before joining from Lanus, Stephen Welsh is showing him all about it.
The pair aren't going easy this pre-season as they are spotted flying into battle during one of the Vienna drills.
Point to prove?
Another player over in Austria with an uncertain future is Albian Ajeti.
It was reported last month the Swiss striker was surplus to requirements but he forms part of the pre-season plans so far.
Perhaps there will be an opportunity for him to get amongst the goals in upcoming friendlies.
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