Tuesday Medical Booked Ahead of Predictable Celtic Exit

Celtic midfielder Daniel Kelly is set to join Millwall this summer after the clubs agreed on a £400k transfer fee, bringing an early end to his time at Parkhead.

The 18-year-old had already signed a pre-contract with Millwall last week, which would have seen him move in January, but Celtic have decided to cash in now, ensuring the player can make the switch immediately.

The decision to fast-track Kelly’s departure stems from Celtic’s desire to have only fully committed players in their squad. After Kelly rejected a new contract offer from the club earlier this summer, his first-team prospects dwindled.

Brendan Rodgers quickly relegated him back to the B team, where he has remained ever since. Despite showing significant promise last season, Kelly’s refusal to commit to a new deal led to his exclusion from the first team, leaving many fans disappointed by his abrupt fall from grace.

Football Scotland reported today that everything is on track for Kelly’s permanent move to Millwall, with the midfielder set to undergo a medical on Tuesday. The swift turn of events ensures that Kelly can begin his journey in English Football immediately, rather than waiting until January.

Kelly had once been seen as a bright prospect for Celtic. However, his decision to reject Celtic’s offer and ultimately sign with Millwall marks a sudden shift in his career trajectory. As he prepares for his move to The Den, it remains to be seen how Kelly will fare in the Championship.

For Celtic, the £400k transfer fee may soften the blow of losing a young talent, but the situation highlights the challenges the club faces in retaining promising players amid the lure of opportunities elsewhere.