Born on the 17th of January 2000, Luis Palma, a Honduran forward, is primarily known for his work as a left winger for Celtic. Standing at a height of 5ft 8in (1.75m) and weighing approximately 11st 2lb (71kg), Palma currently dons the number 7 jersey for the club. Aside from his club obligations, Palma also proudly represents his home team - the national team of Honduras.
Rumours of Palma's football prowess began circulating in earnest in January 2022, during his stint with Vida in the Honduran League Teams. It was at this point that he transferred to Aris FC in the Super League in Greece for an undisclosed fee. During the 2021-2022 season with Aris FC, Palma demonstrated skill and determination, with 11 first team appearances and two goals scored during the league matches. His knack for the game continued to shine in the 2022-2023 season, where he put on an impressive performance, making 29 appearances and scoring an impressive 11 goals for Aris FC. However, he was only able to make one first team appearance in the 2023-2024 season.
In August 2023, Palma made the move to Celtic in the Scottish Premiership with a transfer amount agreed upon at around Β£3.4m. This development saw Palma challenge himself in a new league, a challenge he accepted with aplomb. Showcasing his undeniable talent, Palma made 28 first team appearances for Celtic in the 2023-2024 season and found the net seven times. Currently in the 2024-2025 season, he continues to be a strong presence on the field with eight first team appearances to his name.
Palma's contribution to Celtic extends beyond the domestic league. He represented the club in the Champions League 2023-2024, netting two goals during four starts with an additional appearance as a substitute. Palma didn't stop there - in the 2024-2025 season, he partook in the League Cup for Celtic, showcasing his talent with one start and an appearance as a substitute. Even the Champions League of the same season saw his football prowess in form, with one appearance as a substitute.
