Celtic have reportedly decided not to offer Boca Juniors a permanent offer for on-loan left-back Marcelo Saracchi.

The Uruguayan international made 27 appearances across all competitions for the Premiership winners, scoring once and assisting twice.

However, Argentinian journalist Seba Ongarelli, who currently resides in Glasgow, spoke with the 28-year-old’s agent, revealed he had already returned to Buenos Aires.

Ongarelli posted on X: “Spoke with Saracchi’s agent.

“He flew back to Argentina yesterday and he’ll join Boca Jrs back (season’s over now).

“Although he really enjoyed his short time at Celtic and loves the fans, the club never offered him a permanent transfer deal.”

This decision has raised eyebrows amongst the Celtic support, provided how quickly Saracchi blossomed into a fan favourite.

It leaves Kieran Tierney as the club’s only recognised left-back, meaning an alternative fullback will likely be signed this summer than the departing Saracchi.