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CloseExclusiveSportFootballScottish PremiershipHAY DAY Jonny Hayes set for sensational Celtic return after turning down chance to stay at AberdeenHayes was offered a new role at Aberdeen but he's rejected itJonathon Moar,arjantin ulusal basketbol ligi Assistant Online Sports EditorPublished: 13:01, 6 Jun 2024Updated: 14:07, 6 Jun 2024Jonathon Moar, Assistant Online Sports EditorPublished: Invalid Date, JONNY HAYES is set to make a stunning return to Celtic after his exit from Aberdeen was confirmed.The 36-year old had been offered the chance to stay with the Dons but the club have this afternoon confirmed he's moving on.2Jonny Hayes bid an emotional farewell to Aberdeen at the end of the seasonCredit: SNS2Jonny Hayes looks set to return to CelticCredit: PASunSport understands Hayes will now return to Celtic in a role working with younger players.Hayes revealed towards the end of the campaign that he'd be retiring as a player.The Republic of Ireland international was visibly emotional after his final game as he called it quits to focus on a coaching career.Aberdeen had offered Hayes the chance to take on a 'senior full-time position' within the club's youth academy.READ MORE CELTIC STORIESRED HOT FORM Ex-Celtic star handed shock last-minute call-up to Scotland's Euro 2024 squadMEGA OFFERS Rangers & Celtic: Best free bets, bonuses and sign-up offersBut the Pittodrie outfit have confirmed he's left to 'pursue senior coaching opportunities at professional level elsewhere.'That opportunity looks to be leading Hayes back to Celtic, where he spent three years as a player between 2017 and 2020.He'll return to the Hoops to take a key role working with younger players.Celtic are looking to replace under-18 manager Stuart McLaren who left at the end of last year.Most read in FootballSTAR'S SICKNESS Scotland icon Alan Hansen ‘seriously ill in hospital’, former club revealsDOUBLE DEAL James Tavernier 'wanted by Euro club' as ex-boss set to hijack Gerrard's swoopDECISION TIME Celtic hero Kyogo Furuhashi breaks silence amid transfer exit linksSLICK MOVE Hibs target Scotland Under-21 star but face competition from Premiership rivalsLast month, B team coach Darren O'Dea was also promoted into a new position of Professional Pathway Manager.Hayes came through the youth ranks at Reading in the early 2000s.Wayne Rooney in candid Celtic confession as Man Utd hero's admission leaves Gary Neville stunnedAfter spells at various English clubs, including Leicester City, he moved to Scottish football with Inverness Caledonian Thistle in 2009.He went on to spend the rest of his playing career in Scotland.Hayes inspired Caley Thistle to promotion to the top tier in his first season in the Highlands, bagging 10 goals in 35 matches.He continued to perform well in the SPL and earned a move to Aberdeen in 2012.Hayes was a key man for the Dons during a five-year spell, making more than 200 appearances in all competitions.He was part of Derek McInnes' side that won the League Cup in 2014.Hayes' continued good form saw him snapped-up by Celtic for £1million in 2017.Although he never managed to hold down a regular spot in the Hoops team, Hayes went on to play 67 games for the Parkhead club and won three Scottish Premiership titles.Hayes also won two Scottish Cups and two more League Cups as a Celtic player before being released in 2020.His Hoops exit led to an emotional return to Aberdeen, taking a significantly smaller wage to return to Pittodrie.He would once again become a first team regular, adding another 145 appearances to his huge Dons total.Following his retirement announcement, Hayes was given an emotional send-off at Pittodrie after the 5-1 thumping over Livingston last month.And although Aberdeen offered him the chance to stay on in a coaching capacity, they have now confirmed his exit.Hayes himself admitted his decision to move on was one that left him with mixed emotions.He said: “It’s been a privilege to represent this fantastic club.“I’ve been fortunate to have played in many important games, and of course, play my part in delivering a trophy for the fans, who have supported me incredibly throughout the years. I’ve always given my best, both on and off the field, and tried to uphold the values of Aberdeen FC.Read more on the Scottish SunWHAT A TAY I'm Scotland's only Taylor Swift- coming face to face with my idol was the bestSOCIAL SHOCKER Scotland Euros star called out for 'shocking' Twitter bio“I also need to thank the club for giving me the opportunity to begin my coaching journey within the youth academy. The experience has been hugely rewarding seeing the progress, development and success of the Academy as a whole over the last few years. Although development is always a priority, being involved with the under-16s winning their CAS League last year, along with the current U16s delivering success in the league and cup this year, demonstrates there is some top talent coming through to compliment the successful U18s squad.“The future is bright for the club and although I won’t be playing at Pittodrie anymore, I’ll always be a supporter of the club and city and I wish everyone associated with AFC all the very best going forward.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football pageTopicsScottish PremiershipAberdeenCelticNEW STORIES ON THE SUNYOU MIGHT LIKERECOMMENDED FOR YOUMORE FOR YOUMore from The SunSTAR'S SICKNESS Scotland icon Alan Hansen ‘seriously ill in hospital’, former club revealsShareGossipDOUBLE DEAL James Tavernier 'wanted by Euro club' as ex-boss set to hijack Gerrard's swoopShareDECISION TIME Celtic hero Kyogo Furuhashi breaks silence amid transfer exit linksShareExclusiveSLICK MOVE Hibs target Scotland Under-21 star but face competition from Premiership rivalsShare