Jay Gillies, a spritely lad from our beloved Scotland, was born on the 2nd of May come 2008. With upright stature of 1.8m (5ft 10in) and a solid weight tipping the scale at 78kg (12st 3lb), this fledgeling, crossing the tender age of mere 16 years, devotes his talent to the art of defence on the football pitch. Primarily plying his trade as a central defender, Gillies dons the number 43 jersey with a certain panache that would do veterans proud.
His footprints are currently deeply embedded in the turf of Motherwell's pitch, a club that has had the privilege of nurturing his growing years on the field. However, it is significant to note that the youngster has yet to make his mark in the verdant pastures of Celtic Park, differing markedly from many of the players we usually discuss in this space.
Yet, in the fast and furious grounds of football, one can only speculate of his future. Invariably moving, unpredictable at best, it may only be a matter of time before we, the Celtic faithful, find ourselves cheering from the terraces, the name of Jay Gillies echoing around the hallowed Celtic grounds.
