Celtic have completed the signing of Chelsea striker Shim Mheuka on a season-long loan.

The 18-year-old arrives from Stamford Bridge after a standout season at youth level, giving Celtic another attacking option as Martin O’Neill continues to shape his squad.

Mheuka was named Premier League 2 Player of the Season last term after scoring 17 goals in 17 games. Across all youth competitions, he finished with 25 goals in 34 appearances, while he also gained senior experience with Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League.

The Hoops loanee will wear the number 29, which was most recently used by Scott Bain between 2018 and 2025.

The deal is understood to be a straight loan, with no option to buy included. That means Celtic are getting one of Chelsea’s most highly rated young forwards for the season, but without a permanent route built into the agreement.

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Mheuka has now spoken for the first time after completing his move, and the teenager made clear how much the switch means to him.

He told CelticPlayer: “It’s amazing. Walking in, I could feel the echo and the surround sound of the stadium. You almost feel the history as you walk in.

“It’s a real feeling. I wish everyone could feel it, an amazing feeling and I’m so, so happy to be here.

“This is something that I’ve been doing since I was a little kid. And to be able to do it in front of the Celts, the fans and show my ability in front of them, it’s something that I can’t wait to do. It’s almost a feeling of excitement rather than nerves.

“I can’t wait to score at Celtic Park. You know, I’ll be chasing that feeling every game, every chance that I get.

“I’m over the moon, buzzing to be here. I’m eager, if you can’t tell, so yeah, I’m ready. Let’s go.”

Mheuka comes in with clear confidence and a strong scoring record behind him. The challenge now is taking that into first-team football in Glasgow. Celtic needed more depth in attack, and the Chelsea youngster will be hoping to make an early impression.