Whatever doubts existed about the first team squad, we all knew there was no chance of Callum McGregor leaving. This morning, Celtic announced the captain has signed a five-year contract which will keep him at the club until he turns 35. It is likely to be his last in the game and will be structured to see him adopt coaching responsibilities towards the latter end of the deal.
We have spoken recently about the value of increasing the velocity of churn in the squad. Two years was more than enough time to enjoy the delights of Jota, before turning him into a pile of cash we can go shopping with. But there is a problem with a revolving door strategy. You need people who can educate new arrivals in what is expected from them and how to deal with life in a new city.
In times when even the manager moves on after a couple of years, Callum McGregor fulfils that role for Celtic. His is fundamental to the success of the club. Although James Forrest seldom plays, his presence at Lennoxtown is also invaluable.
We have seen a few great central midfielders over the last couple of decades: Lambert, Lennon, Keane, Brown, to name a few. They all lose their effectiveness on the park while still at the peak of their powers in the dressing room. I don’t recall any of them being truly great approaching 35-years-old. Callum, however, is a unique football player. He is the fittest who has ever played for the club.
There are 15 domestic trophies to compete for before this contract ends. I don’t doubt he can collect winners medals for the majority of them.
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PETEC…
May your DAD Rest In Peace.
Petec
Condolences of the loss of your Dad. It is still painful, even when expected. May he rest in peace and may you and your family take solace from the times and memories you had with him.
Petec
Very saddened to read your news. You’ve often posted of your family and I hope you are able to find comfort and support in one another.
God Bless you all
GREENPINATA on 11TH JULY 2023 7:41 AM
AN TEARMANN on 11TH JULY 2023 6:41 AM
GP-What on earth has Uncle Tom got to do with Paul 67 on BBC Radio Scotland?
AT- Uncle Tom English wrote under bbc at time of BR’s recent appointment.
As did Peter pudding at PLZ
Paul was on bbc9 last night not radio
Our club banned them
GP’-When have I advocated ever banning Celtic fans.? I am against bans in principle apart from the huns at Paradise.
AT-Celtic fans called the green brigade gp
GP-Oh, and I do note that you use the MSM when it suits.
Ie , This morning at 12.27 AM, a link to the BBC.
AT – https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001m4g0
That’s a link to radio programme.you should listen to it and learn beebs narrative,what the ol empire is seed sowing thro its voicebox.tell us your opinion.
Context is all Gp,
You omitted my earlier link of beeb which was actually of the 9.with p67 on it.i believe I posted it live so it doesn’t show up now
:-)
GP-HH.
AT-HH
Pete,
Sincere Condolences on the your Father’s Passing,
Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dilis.
Petec
Sorry to hear of your loss.
May your dad RIP
Petec
Tough time for you all, but hope you and the family are as well as can be
Petec
Thinking of you and your clan at this sad time.
The good memories will help you through this tough time.
YNWA my friend.
Petec…
Sorry for yer loss…
RIP.☘💚.
Petec
Sorry to hear of your loss
Thoughts with you and your family today
YNWA
PETEC
Condolences . May your dad RIP.
PETEC
Thoughts and prayers with you and your family
R.I.P Father of PETEC
As a glass half empty kind of guy by nature (I can’t help it, I really can’t), some white smoke would be appreciated Mr Nicholson :) A signing that gets the blood pumping. All these new contract extensions are great but they don’t improve the team on the park and we are currently down one massive talent.
Off for a swim. A humid 32 degrees today.
Petec, so sorry to hear about your dad – from what you have written about him he sounds like he was a great guy and someone that you, your family and so many others loved and respected. Take care and look after yourself.
PETEC
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May your Dad Rest In Peace.
Pete C
Just read the blog and found the news that your father has passed.
It’s a tough time for the next generation when they have to step up and replace the example set by the last. You feel you never will measure up but somehow you do your best. You will find grief in the reality of his death and joy in the memory of the life he lived. It’s amazing how often the joy outweighs the grief, given time
You take care.
My deepest condolences PETEC.
por cierto.
Petec…
Sorry for the loss of your Dad.
May he rest in peace.
Petec
Sorry to hear of your loss ,May he. RIP ,
May your Da rest in peace Pete
HH
YNWA
Sorry to read your news Petec.
Take care pal.
new article posted.