Luke McCowan, born on 9th December 1997, is a central-attacking midfielder who has made his mark in the world of Scottish football. Standing at 5ft 9in (1.77m) and weighing in at 11st 4lb (72kg), he brings a strong physical presence onto the pitch. He currently dons the number 14 jersey and plays for Celtic Football Club.
As of now, McCowan's market value stands at approximately £2.5m, according to Transfermarkt.
McCowan initiated his career with Ayr United in the Scottish Championship, back in July 2016. His initial season of 2017-2018 saw him step into the first team, making a single appearance in league matches.
July 2021 marked a significant phase in McCowan's football career as he transferred from Ayr United to Dundee in the Premiership. He made a solid impact at Dundee, with 29 first team appearances and four goals in the initial season. His influence continued to grow over the next three seasons, culminating in 37 appearances and ten memorable goals in the 2023-2024 season. As he moved into the 2024-2025 season, McCowan scored two goals from just three appearances.
In August 2024, McCowan took another big leap in his career, when he transferred from Dundee to one of the most renowned clubs in Scottish football, Celtic. The transfer fee was approximately £1m. His first season at Celtic saw him making 33 first team appearances with six goals. The current 2025-2026 season has him featuring in first team sheets 22 times and scoring once.
Adding to his league matches, McCowan showcased his abilities in numerous tournaments for Celtic. He featured in the League Cup 2025-2026, netting a goal from one start and two substitute appearances. Additionally, he made one start in the Scottish Cup, an appearance as a substitute in the Champions League Qualifiers, and a start in the Europa League for the 2025-2026 season.
Undeniably, Luke McCowan stands as a respected figure in Celtic's squad, contributing significantly to the club's successes.
