Celtic Face Defensive Crisis as Star Misses Training

Celtic could face a significant challenge in their upcoming matches as defender Cameron Carter-Vickers misses training due to a toe injury.

The 26-year-old U.S. international, who is dealing with a metatarsal injury below his big toe, did not participate in the League Cup quarter-final victory over Falkirk and is now a major doubt for Saturday’s Scottish Premiership clash against St Johnstone.

Carter-Vickers’ absence was felt in training this week, and his participation in Celtic’s crucial Champions League encounter with Borussia Dortmund on October 1 remains uncertain. The situation suggests he will not be available for selection this Saturday in Perth, posing a substantial setback for the team.

🍀 No Cameron Carter-Vickers at Celtic training ahead of Saturday’s trip to St Johnstone.

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In his absence, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers may need to adjust his defensive lineup. Auston Trusty and Stephen Welsh, who started together against Falkirk, are potential options. Maik Nawrocki, who came off the bench in that Game, could also be in contention for more significant involvement.

The defensive configuration against St Johnstone could give a hint towards who might start in the high-stakes match against Dortmund if Carter-Vickers remains sidelined. Celtic fans will be keenly watching how this situation develops, hoping for a speedy recovery for their key defender.

Brendan Rodgers will likely give more information during his press conference on Friday afternoon.