Mikey Johnston, once a promising talent in Celtic’s academy, looks set to bring his time at the club to an end. Sheffield United have reportedly agreed to a £2.5 million deal for the winger, marking what could be the final chapter in Johnston’s long, yet unfulfilled journey with the Hoops. [anthony Joseph]
Johnston, who has been with Celtic for a long time, showed flashes of brilliance but never fully established himself as a first-team regular. His career at Parkhead was marred by injuries and inconsistent performances, preventing him from making the impact many had hoped for when he first broke into the senior squad.
Despite these setbacks, Johnston’s quality was on display during his loan spell at West Brom last season, where he enjoyed a productive few months in the Championship. It now seems likely that Johnston will continue his career in England, with Sheffield United offering him a fresh start.
Interestingly, this deal could also play a part in Celtic’s efforts to secure Blades centre-back Auston Trusty. The Scottish champions are keen to bring in defensive reinforcements before Friday night’s transfer deadline, and the completion of Johnston’s move could help smooth negotiations for Trusty’s transfer to Celtic Park.
Sheffield United could be just what Johnston needs to reignite his career, and we wish him the best of luck as he embarks on this new chapter.
No real surprise that Mikey Johnston time with ourselves looks like finally coming to an end?
However, it still leaves ourselves another player short within our homegrown quota requirements?
Potentially now looking at another 3 Scottish players now to fulfill that requirement, by the looks of things?
Could Ben doak be a possible replacement for Mikey now, with trying to fill the void left within our squad now?