James Forrest is a Scottish forward, born 7 July 1991, who principally plies his trade as a right-sided winger for the verdant hues of Celtic F.C. He stands at a perfectly adequate 5ft 8in (or 1.75m for those fond of a metric approach), and weighs in at a sturdy 10st 7lb (i.e. 67kg). On matchdays, one can find him sporting the notable number 49 jersey.
The current financial evaluation of Mr Forrest, according to the estimable Transfermarkt, approximates to an agreeable figure of approximately ยฃ450kโpaltry in comparison to sums commanded by others in his profession, but nonetheless a tribute to his qualities on the field.
Forres has a long-standing affiliation with Celtic, dating back to his debut in the 2009-2010 season when he made his nascent steps with two first team appearances and one goal to his name. The subsequent season saw him further embed himself in the Celtic fold, with 18 appearances leading to three successful shots on goal. Thereafter, his goal tally per season reads: seven (2011-2012); three (2012-2013); four (2013-2014); three (2014-2015); two (2015-2016); six (2016-2017); eight (2017-2018); eleven (2018-2019), which would represent something of a high water mark for Forrest; ten (2019-2020); three (2020-2021); one (2021-2022); four (2022-2023); six (2023-2024); one (2024-2025); and ten appearances in the current 2025-2026 season thus far.
In terms of wider club obligations, Forrest has seen service in several other competitions. Highlights have included involvement in both the Champions League 2023 - 2024 season and the League Cup 2025 - 2026 for Celtic where he had his name on the starting sheet once. He also came on as a substitute twice in the Champions League and once in the League Cup. Further involvement saw two starts in the Champions League Qualifiers 2025 - 2026 and another call to action in the Europa League 2025 - 2026 with one starting position and two appearances as a substitute to his credit.
