Ryan Christie, born on 22 February 1995 in Scotland, is a seasoned midfielder known for his versatility, largely serving as a central defensive midfielder for Bournemouth. He stands at a respectable height of 5ft 10in (1.78m) and maintains a fighting weight of 11st 2lb (71kg). Christie, who dons the number 10 jersey, has not only made considerable contributions to club football, but has also represented his country through the Scottish national team.
Christie climbed the footballing ladder, with his career beginning in earnest at Inverness CT in Scotland's League One. He joined the squad in July 2011 and made notable progress, racking up a number of appearances and netting a good sum of goals over the subsequent seasons.
After his stint at Inverness, Christie caught the attention of Celtic that landed him in September 2015, for a modest transfer fee of £500k. His contributions to Celtic were both notable and numerous over his time with the club from 2015 to 2021. He seamlessly integrated into the squad and gallantly sported the green and white jersey for numerous seasons, scoring much more liberally in the later part of his Celtic career than the initial. His final season at Celtic saw him add to his impressive record, although he only made four first team appearances.
Christie's time at Celtic was punctuated by a loan spell back at Inverness CT, which demonstrated both his maturity and consistency as a player. Ultimately, he was recalled by Celtic upon completion of his loan in January 2016. There were flashes of brilliance during his second spell at Celtic, and again he was an instrumental figure.
Ryan Christie took on another challenge in January 2017 when he was loaned to Aberdeen, where his distinctive style and unwavering dedication resonated strongly with the supporters and management.
In June 2018, Ryan returned to Celtic, where he had become a beloved figure in the squad, only to depart finally in August 2021, to ply his trade at Bournemouth in the Premier League. His journey so far at Bournemouth has been promising, with numerous first team appearances and a handful of goals added to his name.
Beyond his club contributions, Christie has also showcased his talent on the international stage, representing Scotland in various competitions such as the Euro 2024, Euro Qualifiers 2022 - 2024 and Nations League 2024 - 2025, to name a few. His consistent performances undoubtedly contribute to the strong position of the national side in the international football landscape.
