James Forrest, born on 7 July 1991 in Scotland, is known for his forward position, primarily operating as a right winger for Celtic. He stands at an unassuming yet agile 5ft 8in (1.75m) with a weight of around 10st 7lb (67kg). On the pitch, Forrest can be sighted donning the number 49 jersey. Beyond Celtic, he has also held his own at an international level, playing for the Scotland national team.
The player is currently estimated to have a market value of around £425k, according to Transfermarkt. Forrest's links to Celtic aren't due to sever any time soon, with his contract set to run until the 31st of May, 2026.
Forrest’s journey with Celtic traces back to the 2009-2010 season when he made his debut with two first-team appearances, managing to net a goal. The following season saw him secure 18 appearances and three goals. The 2011-2012 season marked an upturn in Forrest's performance, with 29 appearances translating into seven vital goals. The subsequent season saw a dip in terms of appearances and goals, with 15 and three respectively. During the last Association Football season before 2013, Forrest made 16 appearances and scored four goals.
In the season following 2013, Forrest made 16 appearances, again scoring four goals. His appearances somewhat grew in the 2014 - 2015 season to 19, however, not making as much of an impact on the scoreline with just three goals. The following season mirrored the last in terms of appearances, but Forrest could only net two times. In the 2016 - 2017 season, Forrest made 28 appearances and slightly upped his scoring prowess with six goals. His finest performances in terms of appearances and goals came in the seasons 2017 - 2019, where he made 68 appearances and scored a rapid 19 goals. The last named season saw him score in a third of his games. The 2019-2020 season saw slightly fewer appearances but an impressive ten goals in those games.
From the season 2020 till the current, Forrest made 106 appearances and netted 24 times, contributing to many match-winning games. Participation in the Champions League competitions throughout the years attests to Forrest's steadfast performance. In particular, in the 2023-2024 Champions League competition for Celtic, he managed one start and graced the green as a substitute twice. In the League Cup during the 2024-2025 season with Celtic, Forrest tallied two starts and was seen twice as a substitute. In the same season, Forrest took part in the Champions League for Celtic with four appearances as a substitute. On the whole, an impressive catalogue of match appearances and vital goals scored, attesting to the tale of James Forrest's unwavering determination and abilities on the field established for over a decade.
