Throughout this challenging season at Celtic, Brendan Rodgers has had to navigate a multitude of setbacks due to injuries affecting key players like Callum McGregor, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Alistair Johnston, Daizen Maeda, Luis Palma, and most recently, Liam Scales.
These obstacles have put Celtic’s depth to the test, with concerns arising amongst fans following Scales’ absence in the recent victory over St Johnstone and his withdrawal from national team duties due to his injury.
Despite the adversity, Rodgers remains hopeful for Celtic’s future. An upcoming closed-doors friendly during the international break aims to help players like Scales, Hatate, and potentially McGregor regain match fitness.
Rodgers has expressed confidence in Scales’ return for the Livingston match after the break, highlighting the resilience and determination of the team amidst the challenges faced throughout the season.
Looking ahead, it’s expected that Scales will reclaim his spot in the team, given his high rating by the manager. Lagerbielke will likely not have the opportunity to secure the jersey permanently, with Stephen Welsh expected to make way for Scales’ return. With injuries still affecting some players like Nawrocki and McGregor, Celtic remains focused on staying competitive and finishing the season strong.
