Celtic are in no rush to sell Alistair Johnston to Everton, with the Scottish champions expecting a big money bid for the Canada full back. The Premier League side have yet to meet the valuation of the Scottish champions, with reports suggesting that Celtic are holding out for a £14m fee.
What happened?
Alistair Johnston has reportedly told Celtic that he wants to leave to join Everton. The 27-year-old Canada full back has been linked with a move to the Premier League side, with Everton chiefs continuing to try and work on a deal.
Why it matters for Celtic
The transfer of Alistair Johnston would be a significant loss for Celtic, who are in the midst of a strong season. The Scottish champions are currently 3 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian in the title race and are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
What comes next?
Celtic are expected to hold out for a big money bid for Alistair Johnston, with reports suggesting that they are expecting a £14m fee. The transfer of the Canada full back would be a significant blow to the Scottish champions, but they are in a strong position to negotiate a good deal.
As the transfer window continues to heat up, Celtic fans will be eagerly awaiting news on the future of Alistair Johnston. With the Scottish champions in a strong position to negotiate a good deal, it remains to be seen whether Everton will meet their valuation.
Celtic are currently 3rd in the Premiership, with 67 points from 33 games. They have scored 59 goals and conceded 35, with a +24 goal difference. They are on a 5-game winning run, with their last result being a 3-1 win over Heart Of Midlothian on 2026-05-16.
The transfer of Alistair Johnston would be a significant loss for Celtic, but they are in a strong position to negotiate a good deal. With the Scottish champions looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season, it remains to be seen whether Everton will meet their valuation.
