Carl Starfelt swaps Celtic for Celta Vigo
The 28-year old defender has moved to Spain after two years at Parkhead
Last updated 10th Aug 2023
Carl Starfelt has officially left Celtic to join La Liga side Celta Vigo on a four-year deal.
The Swedish defender joined the Hoops in 2021 and went on to win five trophies at the club.
He was a crucial part of their treble success under Ange Postecoglou - but has decided to move on for the next step of his career.
The 28-year old will link up with manager Rafa Benitez in the Spanish top tier.
Brendan Rodgers has already confirmed he will look for a replacement at the centre of defence with Elfsborg's Gustaf Lagerbielke heavily linked.
An official club statement read: "After two full seasons with Celtic, Carl Starfelt has left the club to join La Liga side RC Celta.
"The Swedish central defender joined the Hoops in July 2021 from Rubin Kazan and played 87 times for the Hoops, scoring three times.
"He leaves having won five domestic honours during his time at Paradise, including last season's historic Treble.
"Everyone at Celtic wishes Carl Starfelt every success in his future career. "
--
Hear all the latest news from across the UK on the hour, every hour, on Greatest Hits Radio on DAB, smartspeaker, at greatesthitsradio.co.uk, and on the Rayo app.
Celtic Top Scorers
Jimmy Mcgrory
Jimmy Mcgrory is Celtics all time leading goal scorer with 502 goals in all competitions between 1922-1937.
Bobby Lennox
Bobby Lennox scored 301 goals in 599 appearances for Celtic in two spells at the club. He first played for them between 1961-1978 then returned to the club for the 1979-1980 season.
Henrik Larsson
Henrik Larsson played for Celtic between 1997-2004. He scored 242 goals in 315 games for the club.
Jimmy Quinn
Jimmy Quinn scored 239 goals in 369 games for the club between 1900-1917.
Stevie Chalmers
Stevie Chalmers played for the club between 1958-1971. He scored 236 goals in 431 games.
Sandy McMahon
Sandy McMahon played for the club between 1891-1903. He scored 200 goals in 261 games.
Patsy Gallacher
Patsy Gallacher scored 200 goals in 491 games for the club. He played for them between 1911-1926
John Hughes
John Hughes scored 197 goals in 435 games for Celtic between 1960-1971.
Jimmy McMenemy
Jimmy McMenemy played for the club between 1902-1920. He scored 178 goals in 558 games.
Kenny Dalglish
Kenny Dalglish scored 173 goals in 338 games for Celtic between 1968-1977.