The substantial figure Alistair Johnston, hailing from the land of Canada and born on the 8th day of October in 1998, is a man of considerable versatility on the football pitch. Primarily positioned as a right back, the robust Arthur stands at a respectable 5ft 10in (1.8m) and weighs in at 12st 1lb (77kg). Johnston dons the number 2 jersey, a number laden with responsibility and expectation, a feat he meets with composure. In addition, he has shown his distinct Canadian pride, securing caps for his homeland's team.
As reported by Transfermarkt, the defender's estimated market value is a cool Β£6.5m, a testament to his rising prestige in the beautiful game.
After a stint in the States, Johnston packed his bags for the fabled Emerald Isle. In February 2020, he joined the ranks of Nashville in the MLS, listed in the draft. Against the backdrop of the bustling American metropolis, our Johnston was a steady presence with 18 first-team league appearances in his inaugural season, and 26 appearances with a solitary netted ball in his second year.
A swift jump to December 2021 saw Johnston saying goodbye to Nashville and hello to CF Montreal for a fee cloaked in secrecy. His tenure was even more successful, with 33 first-team league appearances and four goals graced the net during the 2022 season.
With the turn of the calendar to January 2023, Celtic secured the services of Johnston, with the extra home advantage of Β£3m changing hands. The defender hit home soil, joining a club etched into the annals of Scottish football's illustrious history.
His stint at Celtic bore testimony to his growing stature as one of the club's reliable stalwarts. In his maiden season, Johnston made 14 appearances, punctuated with a single goal. His sophomore season in 2023-2024 saw an upward trajectory with 32 appearances and one goal registered to his name.
The trend continued into the 2024-2025 season as the defender once again made 32 appearances, this time netting four balls. In the current 2025-2026 season, Johnston has already made a pair of appearances for the Hoops.
Johnston's contributions extend beyond regular matches, finding himself involved in the League Cup - netting once, Champions League Qualifiers, and the Europa League for Celtic, as well as donning his national jersey during the 2025 Gold Cup. The Canadian defender's prowess and versatility on the pitch continue to be instrumental for both his club and home country.
