Since Celtic has a long history of producing exceptional potential, many of the team’s greatest players have come from within. Callum McGregor and James Forrest serve as examples of what young players can do with perseverance and hard effort, even though there may not have been a large infusion of local talent from Lennoxtown to the senior squad in recent years.
Interestingly, during his second stint at the reigning Scottish Premiership champions, Brendan Rodgers has previously expressed his ambition to use the youth system to bolster the first team. Earlier this year, he said, “I’m aware of my surroundings.” In addition to giving aspiring players a chance to come through here, I want to stay here for a while—as long as I am, naturally, successful. Everyone speaks about signings and bringing in new players, but I always argue that even if you have someone in your academy, you still need to give them room to grow and develop
The Irishman has sparingly applied this theory, providing minutes in notable games to players like Rocco Vata and Daniel Kelly.
Jude Bonnar and Corey Thomson sign new contracts with the Celtics Jude Bonnar and Corey Thomson of Celtic B deserve some congratulations for committing to the team for the next two years by signing two-year extensions [Celtic FC]. This season, the two have participated actively in the Premier League International Cup, the UEFA Youth League, and the Lowland League. A gifted midfielder, Bonnar advanced to the B Team in 2023 after developing with Celtic’s Under-18 squad.
Thomson, meantime, has finished his second full season playing for the Hoops under the direction of Darren O’Dea and Stephen McManus. O’Dea will shortly start a new role as the team’s professional player pathway manager. Thomson primarily operates off the left side. With any luck, both players can advance to the B Team level, which could eventually lead to a chance to join the senior squad.
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