Celtic’s interest in Lennon Miller may be tested this summer, after the teenager’s father, Lee Miller, revealed the Motherwell midfielder is leaning toward a move to Europe.
The 18-year-old, who made his Scotland debut earlier this month following a breakout campaign at Fir Park, has reportedly attracted attention from Celtic.
While Celtic and Rangers are among the clubs monitoring his progress, the player’s camp appears to favour a different path. Rather than remaining in Scotland or heading down south, the focus is shifting toward the continent, with development and playing time front of mind.
English Premier League newcomers Sunderland are the latest club credited with interest in the teenager. Earlier this year, Udinese and Union Saint-Gilloise both had offers knocked back during the January window. With the summer market now open, the situation remains complex.
Lee Miller, the former Aberdeen and Hearts striker, says his son is being selective, focused more on footballing fit than financial rewards. He believes Lennon will make a decision based on where he can grow, compete, and maintain his upward trajectory.
He said: (SunSport), “His preferred choice would be abroad. He’s not just going to go to a club for the sake of it. It needs to have the right environment and the right manager at the right club.
“Lennon’s not bothered with the money side of things — he wants to go and progress his career and then kick on again. I don’t know what that’ll be. But it needs to be a place where he can then grow again.
“The next move for Lennon is so important for his development.
“There’s a lot of interest in Lennon — it’s a new club every day! In terms of bids going in for him, there’s nothing this summer. There were a few bids in January and the valuation wasn’t met, so we just had to wait.“
Any move for Miller would need to be more than just a stepping stone. Celtic’s reputation for developing young talent is well-earned, but if the player is set on a move to the continent, the club may have to accept they’re not in pole position.
The midfielder’s calmness in possession and maturity beyond his years have made him a standout in a Motherwell side that gave him the platform to flourish. That development, however, now appears to be entering a critical phase.
Whether Celtic opt to firm up their interest or walk away could depend on the movement of others in the midfield department this window. For now, Lennon Miller’s future appears to be looking away from the Scottish Premiership.
