Former Celtic forward Lewis Morgan has completed a transfer to Toronto FC, as reported by The Scotsman this week. The 29-year-old Scotland international joins the MLS side after a six-year spell in North America, aiming to rediscover the form that brought him national team recognition.
Morgan was a member of Steve Clarke's Scotland squad for Euro 2024, making one substitute appearance in the 1-0 defeat to Hungary. His last cap came in a 22-minute outing during a goalless draw with Portugal at Hampden in October 2024. He has seven senior caps in total.
What is Lewis Morgan's career path?
Lewis Morgan progressed through Rangers' youth system before joining St Mirren at age 17. He made 118 appearances for the Buddies, scoring 29 goals and providing 23 assists. Celtic signed him in January 2018. Morgan played 31 times for the Hoops, netting twice and adding three assists. He also had a loan spell at Sunderland, where he tallied two goals and four assists.
He left Celtic for Inter Miami in 2000, moving to New York Red Bulls a year later. After four seasons there, he joined San Diego in December 2025. Now he heads to Toronto. In 136 MLS league matches, Morgan has 24 goals and 20 assists. His best season came in 2024 with New York, scoring 13 goals and earning the MLS Comeback Player of the Year award.
Why did Toronto FC sign him?
Toronto FC general manager Jason Hernandez highlighted Morgan's qualities. "We are happy to add Lewis at this time," Hernandez said. "He has established himself as an impactful attacker in the Eastern Conference over the past several seasons." The club values his flexibility to play across multiple forward positions.
Morgan's move comes as his former club Celtic enjoy a perfect start to the 2026-27 Premiership season. The Hoops sit first with 12 points from four wins, scoring 11 goals and conceding just two. They lead second-placed St Mirren by two points. Fans can track the team's progress on the standings page.
What does this mean for his Scotland hopes?
The transfer represents a chance for Morgan to push for a Scotland recall. His last cap was over two years ago. At 29, he remains in his prime years. Consistent performances for Toronto could put him back in Steve Clarke's plans. The national team manager has shown he rewards club form.
Celtic's next challenge is a home match against Hibernian on December 12, 2026. Hibernian currently sit seventh in the table. The full schedule is available on our fixtures page. The Hoops' strong early season form, detailed on our stats page, provides a positive backdrop for former players like Morgan seeking fresh starts elsewhere.
Morgan will join his new Toronto teammates immediately as the MLS season continues.
