Born on the 8th of October 1998 in Canada, Alistair Johnston is acutely recognised for his defensive strength in football, with his predominant role being a right back. Currently in his third season with the Hoops, at the ripe age of 27, Johnston has established himself as a reliable footballer, notably wearing the number 2 jersey. Standing at 5ft 10in (1.8 meters) tall and weighing 12st 1lb (77kg), his robust stature is evident on the pitch. On an international level, he also proudly wears the Canadian national colours.
As per the information provided by Transfermarkt, his current market value is approximately Β£7m. It's a steep climb from his earlier days, reflecting his consistent improvement and developing skills.
During his journey, he first joined Nashville in the Major League Soccer (MLS) USA draft in February 2020. Despite it being his debut season the same year, Johnston managed an impressive 18 first team appearances in league matches. His game only enhanced in 2021, with 26 appearances and his first league goal on American soil.
December of the same year witnessed Johnston's transfer to CF Montreal, also part of the MLS in the USA, for an unknown fee. During his 2022 season with Montreal, Johnston consistently impressed with 33 first team appearances and four successful strikes.
His increasing stature in American soccer brought him to the attention of Celtic scouts. As a result, in January 2023, Johnston made the leap from American to Scottish football, signing for Celtic for a fee that was believed to be around Β£3m.
His time at Celtic has been fruitful. Having made 110 first team appearances across his four seasons, and netting six goals in the process, Johnston's tenure at Celtic has seen him become a critical component in the squad. He has also graced multiple competitions, with appearances in both League Cup and Champions League qualifying games standing out, alongside a scoring stint in the 2025-2026 League Cup.
He also displayed his international prowess during the Gold Cup 2025, playing for Canada and making 2 starts and one appearance as a substitute, which further attested to his formidable ability and increasing worth on the football field.
