Callum McGregor named new Celtic captain
The midfielder is taking over the armband from Scott Brown
Callum McGregor has been named the new Celtic club captain.
The midfielder takes over the armband from Scott Brown who left for Aberdeen this summer.
The 28-year-old came through the Hoops' academy and made his first-team debut in July 2014.
He has gone on to score 53 goals in 326 appearances for the Parkhead side.
McGregor has also won 14 trophies in his time at the club – six league titles, four Scottish Cups and four League Cups.
He has also been capped 34 times by Scotland, scoring one goal – in the recent European Championship against Croatia when he was one of Scotland’s most impressive performers.
Ange Postecoglou told the club website: “Callum is a player who leads by example, both on and off the park, and he is a key figure in our squad.
“He has been at Celtic since he’s been a boy, he’s come through our Academy, had a loan spell away from the club to gain vital experience, and then returned to establish himself in the first-team. His qualities as a player are there for all to see, and that has been evident over the past few years.
“He knows what it takes to be a successful Celtic player, and he knows what it means to captain this club, and I’m delighted that he will be wearing the armband and leading the squad going forward.”
Callum McGregor added: “To be the Celtic captain is a great honour for any player, and to be given the captaincy is a very proud moment for me and my family.
“I know I’m following in the footsteps of some great names in the club’s history, and I’ve been able to learn from one of the best in Scott Brown over the past few years.
“I’m delighted that the manager has put his trust in me by giving me the captain’s armband. It’s a new era for the club and I’m looking forward to playing my part in that.”