Johnny Kenny Extends Celtic Contract Through 2029

Johnny Kenny, the promising Irish forward, has signed a new contract with Celtic extending his stay until 2029, reflecting the club's confidence in his potential. Kenny joined Celtic from Sligo Rovers in January 2022 and has since developed through loan spells at Queen's Park and Shamrock Rovers, where he impressed with 13 league goals and 7 European goals in 2024, earning Shamrock Rovers' Young Player of the Year award. He scored his first goal for Celtic in a 5-1 victory over Aberdeen, marking his first start for the club, and is now considered a player with a bright future by manager Brendan Rodgers. Rodgers highlighted Kenny's hunger, focus, and goal-scoring ability, emphasizing his importance to the squad and expressing eagerness to work with him further. Kenny expressed pride in committing his future to Celtic and ambition to win trophies, play Champions League football, and repay the club's faith on the pitch. While Rodgers has considered loan options for Kenny to aid his development, the new contract signals Celtic's intention to integrate him more prominently into the team moving forward.