Jota Praises James Forrest Ahead of Record Milestone

Celtic winger Jota and full-back Alistair Johnston have both highlighted the immense influence of veteran James Forrest as the team closes in on another treble and Forrest approaches becoming the club's most decorated player. Jota praised Forrest's humility, leadership, and the respect he commands within the dressing room, describing him as a 'breath of fresh air' and noting that all teammates are eager to help him reach this milestone. Johnston echoed these sentiments, calling Forrest a 'living legend' and even joking about the possibility of a statue in his honor due to his record-breaking achievements. Forrest, who made his debut in 2010, is set to surpass Bobby Lennox with 26 major honors if Celtic secures the Premiership title, and potentially add even more with an upcoming Scottish Cup final. Both players emphasized the motivational role Forrest plays for younger teammates and his embodiment of the club's values. The team's focus now is on securing silverware and cementing this historic achievement.