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Celtic 20-year-old eyes regular role, but new signing may scupper his prospects

Tom Procter

Thu 23 May 2019 8:45, UK

Celtic star Mikey Johnston has declared his future is at Parkhead.

The winger starred in the final Premiership game against Hearts by scoring two goals during a 2-1 win.

Johnston received the nod to start from Neil Lennon, who made wholesale changes with the league title having been wrapped up weeks ago.

Johnston has been on the fringes this term, making 22 appearances in all competitions.

The player is hopeful of playing a bigger role for the Bhoys next season though. He said, : “Hopefully I can become a regular.

“You’ve got to play well enough to stay in the team. I’ve got four years on my contract. My future is here.”

TBR’s view

There have been growing calls for Johnston to play more often at Parkhead, and a number of fans want to see him start the upcoming Scottish Cup final.

Johnston may want more game time next term, but one man may stand in his way.

Marian Shved plays in the same position as Johnston and will no doubt have his sights set on becoming a regular for the Hoops in 2019/2020.

Shved signed for Celtic in January for £1.75 million () but was immediately loaned back to Karpaty Lviv, where he has just finished a superb season scoring 15 goals.

With James Forrest and Scott Sinclair also in there for competition and summer signings likely, Johnston may yet encounter more frustrations in 2019/2020.