Celtic have confirmed a new group of young talents have signed their first professional contracts, as the club continues to invest in its academy ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Seven players have put pen to paper on professional terms, signalling the next step in their development. The group includes Hassan Dembele, Nathan Meechan, Joseph Haney, Rocco Di Giacomo, Emmanuel Obidiwe, Lucas Clearie and Kayden Daly.
Each of the youngsters has come through the ranks at Celtic’s Youth Academy, with the club now committing to their future development by securing them on full-time deals. The move comes as part of Celtic’s continued focus on producing first-team-ready talent from within, following a pathway that has produced the likes of Callum McGregor, James Forrest and Kieran Tierney.
The announcement arrives as pre-season preparations begin to take shape under Brendan Rodgers, and while these players are still at an early stage in their careers, signing professional terms represents a significant milestone.
The next step for the young Hoops will be to break into the B team set-up, with opportunities to impress during the Lowland League campaign and potential involvement in domestic cup competitions or European youth fixtures.
Celtic’s academy remains one of the most productive in the country, and the club’s continued commitment to homegrown talent ensures the pipeline of young players remains active as the new season approaches.
