Greg Taylor has taken a moment to reflect on his time at Celtic following his move to Greek side PAOK on a free transfer.
The left-back departs the Hoops after six seasons, clocking up over 200 appearances and winning multiple domestic honours during a successful spell in Glasgow.
Having joined from Kilmarnock in 2019, Taylor worked under several managers, becoming a regular in the side and playing a pivotal role in Ange Postecoglou’s double-winning 2021/22 campaign and the treble season that followed. His consistency and reliability made him a key figure in the squad, often trusted in high-pressure matches both domestically and in Europe.
The 27-year-old spoke fondly of his time at the club and the people behind the scenes who played a part in his development. As he heads for a new challenge abroad, Taylor made sure to show his appreciation for those who backed him from day one.
Reflecting on the journey, Taylor also paid tribute to his family and the Celtic support, highlighting the influence they had on his rise to becoming a first-team regular at Scotland’s biggest club.
He said: (Sky Sports), “I was lucky to go and play 200-plus games for Celtic, which was unbelievable.
“I wanted to go and try and play for the biggest team in Scotland, there probably weren’t many that believed I would play as many games as I did, but the one person that really did was myself.
“Guys like John Kennedy and Gav Strachan have been unbelievable coaches. it’s all these guys behind the scenes that really do make Celtic what they are.
“Thank you for your support. It was so important to me and my family. they travelled everywhere for us and it never went unnoticed.”
Taylor’s exit marks the end of a significant chapter for both player and club. His departure leaves a gap in the left-back position, one that Celtic will need to address during the summer window, especially with European qualifiers fast approaching.
While there were moments of criticism throughout his time at Parkhead, few could question Taylor’s commitment or professionalism. His ability to bounce back and improve year on year earned respect both in the dressing room and among the support.
The move to PAOK represents a fresh start for Taylor, who now takes his experience into a different footballing environment. Greek football will pose new challenges, but Taylor has shown he has the character to adapt and thrive.
For Celtic, the focus now turns to finding the right replacement and ensuring depth in a key position. But Taylor leaves with his head held high, having given his all across five seasons in the Hoops.
