Celtic’s summer transfer window saw both record buys and record sales as Brendan Rodgers looked to mould a side that could win a historic 55th league title.
With Matt O’Riley’s move to English Premier League side Brighton completed ahead of deadline day, the Hoops were able to splash the cash on Arne Engels, Adam Idah and Auston Trusty as they added to their already impressive squad. Currently 11 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership, and well-placed to qualify for the Champions League knockouts, there’s no denying it was a good window for Rodgers’ men.
It wasn’t just O’Riley that left for pastures new in the summer though, with fringe players Tomoki Iwata, Benjamin Siegrist and Bosun Lawal all making moves away from Glasgow, while a number of youngsters opted for loan moves in the 24/25 season.
But how have each of Celtic’s 17 departing players fared for their new clubs so far this season?
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9. Mikey Johnston - West Bromwich Albion
The Baggies paid £3million to make Johnston's move permanent in the summer after an outstanding stint at on loan at the Hawthorns last year. The Irish winger hasn't had the same level of success this season, however, and has scored just one goal in his 17 appearances. Has started only seven games this season for Carlos Corberan. | Richard Sellers/PA Wire Photo: Richard Sellers/PA Wire
10. Gustaf Lagerbielke - FC Twente
Brought to Celtic for £2.1million last season, the Swedish defender struggled to make an impact and made a temporary move to the Eredivisie in August. The 24-year-old has barely played for FC Twente though, with just 335 minutes played for his new side and starting just twice. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
11. Matt O'Riley - Brighton
Brighton paid Celtic a record £26million fee for his services in August only for the ex-MK Dons midfielder to suffer an injury just minutes into his debut. Returned to score a dramatic winning goal against Manchester City last month and has started two of the Seagulls last four games. Yet to complete 90 minutes for his new side. | Paul Hazlewood Photo: Paul Hazlewood
12. Yuki Kobayashi - Portimonense
His uneventful spell in Glasgow was brought to a close by a summer move to Portugal with Portimonense. The centre-back has started over 50 per cent of games for his new side, who find themselves struggling in 15th place in LigaPro. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group