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Julián Araujo Debuts for Celtic in Old Firm Loss After Bournemouth Loan

The Mexican fullback is using a just-completed loan from Bournemouth to chase regular minutes before the 2026 World Cup.

Overview

  • Araujo entered as a second-half substitute in the derby at Celtic Park, where Rangers came from behind to win.
  • Celtic announced on January 2 that Araujo joined on loan for the rest of the 2025–26 season and he trained immediately with the first team.
  • Reporting indicates the deal is a straight loan through season’s end without a purchase option.
  • The move follows minimal game time at Bournemouth, limited to an August 2025 Carabao Cup appearance and no Premier League minutes.
  • Coverage noted a brief registration delay tied to Bournemouth’s international loan quota, with Dominic Sadi’s recall clearing the way, and manager Wilfried Nancy publicly praised the signing.