Born on 14 June 1993 in Scotland, Callum McGregor is a proficient midfielder primarily donning the position of a central defensive midfielder for Celtic. He stands tall at 5ft 10in (1.78m) and weighs 11st 9lb (74kg), wearing the number 42 jersey with an almost proprietary air.
His noteworthy skills on the turf have enabled him to attain a market value of around €7.50m (roughly £6.5m). This figure finds its affirmation in its mention on Transfermarkt, a recognised source in the realm of football. With three years and three months left to his contract with Celtic, he is expected to remain on board until 31 May 2028.
In July 2013, McGregor's journey with Celtic began in earnest. From the 2014-2015 season to the current 2024-2025 season, his consistent efforts have not strayed unnoticed. The numbers he has notched up have been remarkable. He made first team appearances ranging from 18 in his initial season to a high of 37 in the 2020-2021 season. His goal tally per season remains equally impressive, hitting a peak of nine in the 2019-2020 season, contributing tremendously to Celtic's cause.
In an interlude during 2013, McGregor was loaned to Notts County in England, marking his first venture outside Scotland. His debut season saw him making 37 appearances and scoring a remarkable 12 goals, boding well for his return to Celtic in July 2014. Post his return, he continued his consistent run both in terms of appearances made and goals scored for Celtic.
The Champions League has seen McGregor shine several times, including in the 2023-2024 season, with six starts and in the 2024-2025 season, with ten starts. Additionally, he also flaunted his skills in the Scottish Cup 2024-2025 for Celtic, scoring a goal in three starts. His contributions to the team have been crucial and their performances in the different cup formats stand testament to his talent.
