Benjamin Nygren’s impressive season at Celtic has been well recognised, with the midfielder winning the club’s Player of the Year award.
The 24-year-old has been a regular in the side. Whether playing wide or moving inside, he has been involved in the key moments in games. Goals, assists, and sharp play in tight areas have all been part of his work.
His numbers only tell part of it. Celtic have needed attacking players to step up in games where space is tight, and Nygren has done that more often than not.
The timing of the award also stands out. With the season close to finishing, focus is already starting to move towards the summer and what might happen next.
Fabrizio Romano pointed to Nygren’s impact and the interest building around him.
🟢⚪️✨ Official: Benjamin Nygren wins Player of the Year Award after delivering 28 G/A for Celtic.
Several clubs are already keen on the 24 year old for this summer window. pic.twitter.com/ZlcAR3Ddmr
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 4, 2026
Nygren’s form has brought attention, but the reaction among Celtic supporters is more mixed than the numbers might suggest. Twenty goals tells one story, but how those goals come has shaped the view.
A lot of his work is done in the box. That is where he is sharp. Quick reactions, good movement over short distances, and a finish when the chance falls.
Outside of that area, there are still questions. He is not a natural midfielder, and in games where Celtic need control through the middle, that can show.
That is why some would be open to a sale if the offer is right. It is not about a lack of output. It is about balance in the team and what the side needs across a full ninety minutes.
Take him out of the box, and his influence can dip. Leave him in there, and he can decide games.
That contrast is what clubs will weigh up, and it is what Celtic will need to consider if bids come in.
With a few games still to play, the focus remains on results. But heading into the summer, Nygren’s role and value will be part of a bigger decision.
