Alistair Johnston, a sterling defender who was born on the 8th of October 1998 in the land of Canada, is currently the proud wearer of the number 2 jersey for the renowned Celtic Football Club. With a notable physical stature of 5 feet 10 inches (1.8 metres) and weighing 12 stone 1 pound (77 kilograms), Johnston primarily adorns the position of a right back. His contributions on the pitch have not only been confined to club football, for he has also been a commendable representative for his home nation's national team.
Johnston's valuable skill set on the field is revealed by his current market value, which sits at a noteworthy £8.5 million; a figure that's been verified by the estimations on Transfermarkt.
In February of 2020, Johnston embarked on a new path in his football career, joining Nashville in the Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States through the draft. His maiden season saw him make a strong impact with 18 first-team appearances in league matches. This excellent form continued into the next season, making a further 26 appearances and even securing his name on the scoresheet in one match.
December 2021 saw another change in Johnston's career as he transferred from Nashville to CF Montreal, though for an undisclosed fee. In Montreal, his first team appearances totaled 33, this time netting four times.
Come January 2023, Johnston found himself on the move again, transitioning from Montreal in America to Celtic in Scotland, for a sizable sum of around £3 million. His presence in Celtic since then has been telling, making 14 appearances in the debut season, 32 in each of the next two seasons, and already two in the current season. His scoring record for the club marks him as a threat in the league matches, netting one goal in his first two seasons, four in the third, and the current season awaits with bated breath.
Johnston’s record further boasts experiences in the Champions League, League Cup, Scottish Cup and even the Champions League qualifiers dressed in the Celtic colours. His international engagements include showcasing his worth in prestigious tournaments such as the Gold Cup and Copa America for Canada.
Indeed, Alistair Johnston's spell at Celtic has been lively and valued, his determined performances have made notable contributions to Celtic's journey in the tumultuous world of football.
