Alistair Johnston, aged 26 and born 8th October 1998 in Canada, is recognised for his defensive techniques, primarily serving as a right back for Celtic. Johnston doesn't shy away from his athletic build, he stands at 5ft 10in (1.8m) and weighs 12st 1lb (77kg), all contributing to his commanding presence on the field. At Celtic, Johnston is the number 2 player and has extended his talents to the Canada's national team.
Renown for his skills, Johnston's current market value is estimated to be around the Β£7.5m mark according to Transfermarkt. His worthwhile skills has led to a long-term contract with Celtic which is not set to expire until 30th June 2029, providing enough time for Johnston to secure his legacy within the club.
Before joining Celtic, Johnston's career first took him to the MLS in the USA, beginning with Nashville in February 2020. His debut season saw him make 18 first team appearances. Things progressively looked up in his 2021 season where he was noted for scoring one goal within his 26 first team appearances. December 2021, presented a slight shift for Johnston as he transferred from Nashville to CF Montreal. His 2022 season in Montreal proved fruitful, boasting of 33 first team appearances and four scored goals.
His journey lead him to Celtic in January 2023, where he was transferred for a fee of around Β£3m. Johnston seemed to find his footing within the Premiership club as he made 14 first team appearances and one goal during the 2022-2023 season. His subsequent performance for the 2023-2024 season saw him at 32 first team appearances with a singular goal. The current season of 2024-2025 has been particularly fruitful with Johnston securing 32 first team appearances and netting four goals.
Johnston's dedication to Celtic has extended to multiple tournaments including the Champions League 2023-2024, the League Cup 2024-2025, and the Scottish Cup 2024-2025. He also represented his home nation in the Copa America 2024. In the current Champions League season of 2024-2025, Johnston is leading the challenge for Celtic with ten starts.
With four fruitful years at Celtic, Johnston has proved that he is more than a valuable asset to the team, competently defending the right back position and continually showcasing his exceptional playing abilities.
