Celtic fans' hopes of Julian Araujo staying at Celtic past this season have been increased after the defender's brother posted a telling message to his Instagram story on Sunday.
Araujo's brother posted an 'Ask me a question' box to his Instagram story, and one keen supporter asked:
"What are the chances of your brother being in a Celtic jersey next season?"
The question was chosen for a reply, and a picture was posted of Araujo digging into a takeaway, with his brother replying:
"Chances are high"
— 🐦🔥 LUCAH 🍀 // SEEING TWICE 🍭 (@lxcahhh) March 15, 2026
The Mexican joined Celtic on loan from Bournemouth in January and has been a massive asset for the Hoops. Right-back Alistair Johnston has been out injured for most of the season, and although his return is coming soon, Araujo has stepped up to the plate.
Right now, it's his spot to lose, and that's a positive, as it means that Johnston won't have to be rushed back. Supporters have fallen in love with the loanee and have been hoping that he would stay at Celtic past this season, when his loan deal is set to expire. Now, his brother may have given fans even more hope of a deal happening.
The deal needs to happen
If any deal needs to happen, it is this one. He has been shining, and although Bournemouth will likely want a large fee for him, close to £10 million, it will be worth paying. Then, the question is wages. Will Celtic be able to afford him? You really have to hope so.
There are more clubs than just Celtic interested as well. Last week, it broke that Mexican side Cruz Azul are also interested in his signature. They are looking to see if a deal would be possible, and could Mexican move quickly for the defender.
Closer to home for the Celts though, clubs from across the border in England are also interested, with a few Premier League suitors on the cards. His performances have certainly caught the eye of major sides, and it is no surprise that the Hoops will face a battle to keep him going into the next campaign.
At the very least, there are going to be plenty more games for supporters to enjoy Araujo in. There is a lot of time to go from now until the end of the season, and he'll probably be playing week in, week out to help the Hoops in the title race.
With Hearts losing to Kilmarnock at the weekend, Celtic are now only two points off the top spot, and there is still a post-split game against the Jambos to come. It's setting up to be an exciting but intense end to the season.