Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has offered a cryptic update regarding the future of winger Mikey Johnston, amid growing speculation about the player’s next move.
Johnston, who had a successful loan spell at West Bromwich Albion last season, netting seven goals and providing two assists in 20 appearances, has seen his future come under scrutiny.
Returning to Glasgow over the summer, Johnston made a notable impact during pre-season, scoring in games against DC United and Chelsea. Rodgers, who promoted Johnston from the academy and frequently featured him last season, has shown confidence in the 25-year-old’s abilities.
Transfer Rumours surround Mikey Johnston
Johnston’s recent performance at Easter Road was cut short due to a facial injury, which kept him out of the squad for the match last Sunday. This has fueled speculation about his future, with English Championship clubs Burnley and Sheffield United reported as potential destinations for the dynamic attacker.
Addressing the rumours, Rodgers remained non-committal, stating, “We’ll just see what happens,” in an interview on Celtic FC’s YouTube channel.
“He showed real robustness, trained consistently, and had some impactful performances in our games,” Rodgers continued. “He wanted more playing time, which he got at West Brom, and performed very well there. Naturally, that has attracted attention.”
Future uncertain as transfer window moves into the last few days
Rodgers’ comments reflect the uncertainty surrounding Johnston’s future as the transfer window approaches its closing stages. The manager’s cautious stance suggests that while Johnston’s performances have generated interest, no immediate decisions have been made regarding his next move. The coming week will likely be crucial in determining the winger’s fate, as Celtic weighs their options and Johnston’s potential contributions to the squad.
