Johnny Kenny, a young prodigy born on 6 June 2003, is a testament to Celtic's commitment to nurturing promising talent. At the not-so-tender age of 21, the Republic of Ireland native has made a name for himself as a versatile forward with a knack for finding the back of the net. Kenny sports the number 24 jersey, strides confidently at a height of 5ft 9in (1.77m), and carries a respectable 11st 2lbs (71kg) on the pitch.
Kenny's current market value, as per Transfermarkt, hovers around £192k, depicting an individual whose stock is on the rise. His current contract with Celtic is expected to run until 31 May 2026, giving him ample time to etch his name in the illustrious history of the Hoops.
January 2020 saw Kenny make his professional leap with Sligo Rovers in the Premier Division of the Republic of Ireland. His 2021 season debut with Sligo saw him already demonstrating his potential, with 32 first team appearances in the league punctuated by a commendable tally of 11 goals. An impressive start indeed for the young lad. However, it wasn't long before he would wave goodbye to Sligo and say hello to Celtic.
In a deal worth around £140k, Kenny traded his place at Sligo Rovers for Celtic - a move that brought him to Premiership football in Scotland in January 2022. It didn't take long for the versatile forward to be loaned out, this time to Queen's Park, with the 2022-2023 season witnessing Kenny make 12 league appearances.
From Scotland to the Republic of Ireland again, this time, Kenny was loaned to Shamrock Rovers in the Premier Division - a move that took place in January 2023. He featured prominently in the club's 2023 and 2024 campaigns, making a combined 59 appearances and coaxing the net for a total of 18 times.
As the whirlwind of loan moves abated, January 2025 saw Kenny make his return to Celtic from Shamrock Rovers. Throughout the 2024 - 2025 season with Celtic, Kenny has successfully logged eight first team appearances, already leaving his mark with a goal.
All things considered, Johnny Kenny, with his track record, represents a promising prospect for Celtic. A foot in the Scottish Cup 2024 - 2025, with two substitute appearances, is a testament to the trust vested in him by the management. The next few seasons will be key in shaping Kenny's career trajectory, and only time will tell what more he can offer to Celtic.
