The debate over Joe Hart’s future at Celtic has intensified since the beginning of pre-season, with an increasing number of fans joining the conversation.

Age seems to be catching up with the veteran keeper, a fact highlighted by his recent performances between the sticks.

Celtic are expected to scout for a new goalkeeper in this window. However, the club would need to free up space first, making the situation dependent on Ben Siegrist’s future at the club.

Responding to rumours about Celtic’s goalkeeper search, Joe Hart acknowledged the need for reinforcements, admitting that change is inevitable across the squad. “The club wants to improve all the time,” he told The Scotsman. “If the club feels it needs strength in every department then of course that’s going to happen.

“That’s the thing when you’re at clubs like this and involved in competitions like we are. I’ve been in clubs before where goalies have come in. Of course, we welcome and embrace, we’re a 25 or 26-man squad.

“However this transfer window plays out, we’ll see. We’ll look to win as many games as we can and move forward.”

The core issue for Hart at Celtic isn’t his leadership or experience but rather the absence of a standout performance—those game-changing moments that earn points. Fans frequently cite Fraser Forster and Craig Gordon as keepers who delivered such pivotal saves while donning the Celtic jersey.

Hart joined Celtic during a transitional period and undoubtedly brought quality to the goalkeeper position. But if Brendan Rodgers aims to make a significant impact in European competitions, many believe that a new, top-tier goalkeeper is essential.

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