The Leicester City boss was the Hoops’ manager prior to joining the Foxes, and he once dubbed the Scotland international as one of the best left-backs on the continent.
Rodgers’ remarks caught the attention of Rose, and the England international was keen to see Tierney in action on the TV.
Celtic were regular in the Champions League group stages at the time, holding Manchester City to a 3-3 draw at Parkhead in September 2016.