BREAKING NEWS: Brendan Rodgers Hails Celtic Captain Callum McGregor For The Last Timeโฆ Trade Looms, McGregor To Exit?
Glasgow, Scotland โ April 21, 2025
In what may be the end of an era for Celtic Football Club, manager Brendan Rodgers has delivered what sounds like a heartfelt farewell to longtime captain Callum McGregor, fueling speculation that a major transfer move is imminent.
Speaking after Celticโs 2-1 win over St. Mirren, Rodgers praised McGregorโs leadership and loyalty, calling him โa once-in-a-generation playerโ and โthe heartbeat of this club.โ The tone of the tribute was noticeably reflective, and sources close to the club suggest it may have been Rodgersโ final public show of appreciation before a bombshell transfer announcement.
โItโs hard to put into words what Callum has given to Celtic,โ Rodgers said. โHeโs a leader, a warrior, and someone who bleeds green and white. If this is the end of his chapter here, then itโs been nothing short of legendary.โ
Rumors are now swirling that McGregor, 31, is set to make a high-profile move away from Parkhead. While the destination remains under wraps, Premier League clubsโincluding Newcastle United and Aston Villaโare reportedly monitoring the situation closely. Thereโs also interest from MLS clubs in the United States, where McGregorโs experience and pedigree could make him a marquee signing.

While fans will be heartbroken to see him go, many acknowledge that McGregor deserves the opportunity for a fresh challengeโand potentially a lucrative payday in the twilight of his career.
Celtic has yet to confirm any official transfer plans, but insiders expect an announcement within the week.