An ex-member of the Celtic invincibles squad is currently in search of a new team after his contract was not renewed.
As we reach the end of the season, players facing the expiration of their contracts are now becoming free agents as clubs decide whether or not to extend their deals.
Brendan Rodgers has yet to finalize his decisions on player retention, with Greg Taylor being the most high-profile figure whose future with the team remains uncertain.
While Taylor’s situation is up in the air, some former Celtic players have already received the news that they will not be staying.
One such player is Gary Mackay-Steven, who was among the 15 individuals released by Kilmarnock at the close of the season.
Following Derek McInnes’ departure to Hearts, Kilmarnock’s new manager Stuart Kettlewell made the decision to release Mackay-Steven, along with several others.
The Ayrshire club issued a statement wishing the winger and his former teammates the best in their future endeavors.
Mackay-Steven’s time at Kilmarnock saw him make only 13 appearances in all competitions, despite his previous success at Celtic where he fulfilled his dream of winning league titles.
While his time at Celtic Park may have been as a supporting player, Mackay-Steven still expressed his gratitude for being part of a winning team. In an interview with Sky Sports in 2015, he emphasized his desire to continue improving and contributing to the team’s success, acknowledging the strong competition within the squad as a motivation for growth.
